Suburban Z71 / 1 Owner / Brand New Tires / Dvd Ent / Dealer Serviced Since New on 2040-cars

Year:2005 Mileage:113143 Color: PEWTER /
Tan

Location:

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sport Utility
Engine:5.3L 323Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Dealer

Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 3GNFK16Z15G138088
Year: 2005
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Suburban 1500
Trim: Z71 Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: 4WD
Options: Sunroof, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 113,143
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Sub Model: STUNNING CONDITION
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: PEWTER
Interior Color: Tan

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We are a licensed independent used car dealer in the State of Virginia. We strive to offer hand picked vehicles at rock bottom wholesale prices while giving the attention and courteous support to each individual client. We are with you every step of the way including assisting with arranging transportation after the deal is done. We stand behind ALL of our cars 100%. We do our very best with listing and describing our vehicles on eBay. Please enjoy the extensive amount of photos we include for each car to help bridge the gap of buying a car sight unseen. By reading our feedback, you can see you are buying from professionals. Please READ OUR TERMS before bidding. By bidding, you are entering into a legally binding contract. If you don't have financing in place, do not bid until you have financing in place. All cars are sold with a clean and clear title along with 30 day tags, some titles will take up to 2 weeks to receive. Good luck bidding and if you need anything, please let us know. If you have any questions, ask before bidding. Thanks!!!

2005 Chevy Suburban Z71

Thanks for viewing this GORGEOUS & STUNNING Suburban Z71 offered by Davis AutoSports!!!! Like with all of our vehicles here, this is a Carfax Certified Buy Back Vehicle. This ONE OWNER truck is in AMAZING condition in every aspect for the year and mileage. The previous owner took PERFECT, YES PERFECT care of this truck both cosmetically and more importantly mechanically. THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN DEALER SERVICED SINCE DAY 1 WITH ALL RECORDS !!!! This rare find will come with a VA state inspection to assure that it is in great mechanical condition!!!! This SUV looks and drives GREAT!!! This Chevy is absolutely gorgeous in person, you will be very impressed with its condition. This vehicle was bought brand new at Dominion Chevrolet here in Richmond VA and was serviced there since day 1 and traded in on a brand new 2014 Suburban LTZ. YOU WILL NOT FIND A CLEANER, NICER, BETTER CARED FOR TRUCK....IF YOU FLY IN PICK THIS TRUCK UP AND ARE NOT 100% HAPPY WITH IT FOR ANY REASON, WE WILL FLY YOU BACK HOME ON OUR COST. SAME GOES WITH SHIPPING, IF IT ARRIVES NOT AS STATED, WE WILL PAY FOR IT TO GET SHIPPED BACK...FIND ANOTHER EBAY DELAER THAT DOES THAT....

VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS

BRAND NEW GOODYEAR 20" TIRES INSTALLED 12-31-13

BRAND NEW 2014 SILVERADO LTZ SPORT WHEELS INSTALLED 12-31-13

BRAND NEW CERAMIC BRAKE PADS INSTALLED 12-31-13

Z71 PACKAGE

ONLY 113K ORIGINAL MILES

TRUE 1 OWNER TRUCK

DEALER SERVICED

100% LOADED EVEN HAD BUCKET SEATS AND REAR DVD

DRIVES 100%

CARFAX CERTIFIED

100% ORIGINAL BODY AND PAINT- ZERO PREVIOUS PAINT WORK

100% RUST FREE....PLEASE SEE UNDERCARRIAGE PICS....ITS STUNNING

PLEASE NOTE, WE JUST INSTALLED BRAND NEW TRIES AND WHEELS....IF YOU PREFER THE STOCK 17" Z71 WHEELS, WE WILL GLADLY INSTALL THEM WITH BRAND NEW, YES BRAND NEW TIRES IN EXCHANGE FOR THE 20" SILVERADO WHEELS....YOU PICK WHICH WHEELS AND TIRES YOU WANT....THE FACTORY WHEELS ARE IN GREAT CONDITION......

Exterior Condition

The exterior of this vehicle is in AMAZING condition for the year and has been well cared for. The paint has a great shine and very smooth finish. ALL Panels on this truck are 100% FACTORY. I tried to include as many pictures as possible so you can see the true condition of the car.....This Z71 is GORGEOUS in person. You will be very very impressed with with the condition of exterior. Please keep in mind this is a pre-owend vehicle so it will show some very minor wear associated with age and miles. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD, THIS TRUCK HAS ZERO RUST ISSUES, PLEASE BE CAREFUL OF WHEN BUYING THESE AS THEY DO HAVE RUST ISSUES. THIS TRUCK ALSO HAS BRAND NEW TIRES WE JUST INSTALLED ON 12-31-13 We have over 150 pics below as well as a HD video, please view all photos and entire video.

Interior Condition

The interior of this Suburban is in Amazing condition for the year and mileage. The carpets look great as you will see in the photos. The seats look AMAZING for the year and mileage and look as if they belong in a 40k mile truck. All dash areas and door panels are very clean with no wear. All power components work absolutely perfect and the AC is ICE ICE cold. The photos below will show EVERY part of the interior so you can see for yourself how clean it is. This Suburban has ZERO odors, burns, dog hair, food, etc.

This truck is in great condition in every way, the motor runs great and is very strong and starts up fine with no issues. All driving components work just as they should, the tranny is nice and tight and shifts very smooth, the brakes work great as they were just serviced with new pads The complete drive-train has no issues. As great condition as this car is, IT IS a pre owned car therefore you will find some minor wear from it being driven, both interior and exterior. I would also like to add the AC is ICE cold !!!

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Ownership History The number of owners is estimated	Owner 1

Year purchased	2005
Type of owner	Personal
Estimated length of ownership	8 yrs. 6 mo.
Owned in the following states/provinces	Virginia
Estimated miles driven per year	15,390/yr
Last reported odometer reading	108,337

Title History

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GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. Register | View Terms | View Certificate

Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX	Owner 1

Total Loss No total loss reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported
Structural Damage No structural damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported
Odometer Check No indication of an odometer rollback.	No Issues Indicated
Accident / Damage No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported
Manufacturer Recall Check with an authorized General Motors dealer for any open recalls.	No Recalls Reported
Basic Warranty Original warranty estimated to have expired.	Warranty Expired

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Detailed History


Owner 1
Purchased:	2005
Type:	Personal
Where:	Virginia
Est. miles/year:	15,390/yr
Est. length owned:	6/30/05 - present (8 yrs. 6 mo.)

Date:	Mileage:	Source:	Comments:
06/30/2005	11	Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported
07/27/2005		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Sandy Hook, VA	Title or registration issued First owner reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle
09/22/2005	4,238	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Oil and filter changed
03/23/2006		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Sandy Hook, VA	Title or registration issued
06/22/2006	18,149	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Oil and filter changed Tires rotated State safety inspection completed
02/08/2007	23,893	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed Tires rotated and balanced Oil and filter changed
02/27/2007		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Glen Allen, VA	Registration issued or renewed Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location
06/27/2007	28,179	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Tires rotated Oil and filter changed State safety inspection completed
11/29/2007	33,645	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed Tires rotated Steering/suspension checked Oil and filter changed
02/26/2008		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Glen Allen, VA	Registration issued or renewed
03/19/2008		Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Vehicle serviced
05/19/2008	38,843	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Exterior light bulb(s) replaced Oil and filter changed Body electrical system checked
07/01/2008	40,345	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	State safety inspection completed Exterior light bulb(s) replaced
10/21/2008	44,937	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Tires rotated Oil and filter changed
07/22/2009	55,540	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed Tires rotated Oil and filter changed State safety inspection completed Exterior light bulb(s) replaced
02/24/2010		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Glen Allen, VA	Registration issued or renewed
04/21/2010		Brown's Jaguar North Chesterfield, VA 804-379-1994 brownsjag.com	Vehicle serviced
07/21/2010	69,903	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed State safety inspection completed Oil and filter changed
01/06/2011	76,360	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed Rear brake pads replaced and rotors resurfaced Rear brakes replaced Oil and filter changed
03/16/2011		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Glen Allen, VA	Registration issued or renewed
06/15/2011	82,111	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Front wiper blades/refills replaced Serpentine belt replaced State safety inspection completed
03/13/2012		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Glen Allen, VA	Registration issued or renewed
06/11/2012	98,929	Dominion Short Pump Richmond, VA 804-364-4500 dominionshortpump.co m	Maintenance inspection completed State safety inspection completed Oil and filter changed
07/12/2012	108,337	HYLAS TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE Rockville, VA 804-749-3491	Blower motor replaced/repaired
12/27/2012		HYLAS TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE Rockville, VA 804-749-3491	Oil and filter changed
06/04/2013		HYLAS TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE Rockville, VA 804-749-3491	Oil and filter changed State safety inspection completed

ALL OF OUR CARS HERE AT DAVIS AUTOSPORTS COME WITH A VIRGINIA STATE 12 MONTHS INSPECTION WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

INSPECT BRAKES FOR:

    * Worn, damaged or missing parts.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective linings or drums.
    * Leaks in system, proper fluid level.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective disc pads or discs.
      (NOTE: A minimum of two wheels and drums must be removed from each vehicle at the time of inspection. Consult the official inspection manual for exceptions.)

4. - INSPECT PARKING BRAKE FOR:

    * Broken or missing parts.
    * Proper adjustment.
    * Standard factory equipment or equivalent.

5. - INSPECT HEADLIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, aim, and output.
    * Condition of lamp, wiring and switch.
    * Beam indicator.

Top of page6. - INSPECT OTHER LIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Aim of fog and driving lamps.
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.
      (NOTE: Every vehicle must have a rear lamp showing a red light to the rear, a white light illuminating the rear license plate; vehicles over 7 feet wide or extending 4 inches or more beyond the front fender extremes must be equipped with approved clearance lamps and reflex reflectors. Count load in measuring.)

7. – INSPECT SIGNAL DEVICE FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Correct indications and tell-tale (visual or audible).
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.

8. – INSPECT STEERING & SUSPENSION FOR: (Jack up front end as shown in Manual)

    * Wear in bushings, kingpins, ball joints, wheel bearings, tie rod ends.
    * Looseness of gear box on frame, condition of drag link and steering arm.
    * Play in steering wheel.
    * Wheel alignment and axle alignment.
    * Broken spring leaves, and worn shackles.
    * Shock absorbers.
    * Broken frame.
    * Broken or missing engine mounts.
    * Lift blocks.

9. – INSPECT TIRES, WHEELS & RIMS FOR:

    * Condition of tires including tread depth.
    * Mixing radials and bias ply tires.
    * Wheels that are cracked or damaged so as to affect safe operation.

10. – INSPECT MIRROR FOR:

    * Rigidity of mounting.
    * Condition of reflecting surface.
    * View of road to rear (Truck mirrors must extend at least halfway beyond edge of body) – (Visibility 200 feet to rear).

Top of page11. – INSPECT HORN FOR:

    * Electrical connections, mounting and horn button.
    * Emits sound audible for a minimum of 200 feet.

12. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD AND OTHER GLASS FOR:

    * Approved type safety glass.
    * Cloudiness, distortion or other obstruction to vision.
    * Cracked, scratched or broken glass.
    * Stickers. ALL UNAUTHORIZED STICKERS MUST BE REMOVED.
    * Sunshading material attached to the windshield to ensure it does not extend more than 3 inches downward from the top of windshield, unless authorized by Medical Waiver Certificate.
    * Operation of left front door glass.

13. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER/DEFROSTER FOR:

    * Operating condition.
    * Condition of blade.

14. – INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR:

    * Exhaust line-manifold, gaskets, pipes, mufflers, connections, etc.
    * Leakage of gases at any point from motor to point discharged from system.

15. – INSPECT LICENSE TAGS FOR:

    * Illumination of rear plate.

16. – INSPECT HOOD AND AREA UNDER THE HOOD FOR:

    * Operating condition of hood latch.
    * Presence of emissions system -Evidence that any essential parts have been removed, rendered inoperative or disconnected.
    * Fluid levels that are below the proper level
        1. Brake fluid.
        2. Power steering fluid.
    * Power steering belt - proper tension, wear, or absence.

Top of page17. – INSPECT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM (1973 and Subsequent Models) FOR:

    * Installation.
    * Operation.
      (NOTE: This includes the catalytic converter and the fuel tank filler pipe.)

18. – INSPECT DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Anchorage.
    * Location.
    * Condition.

19. – INSPECT SEAT BELTS FOR:

    * Approved type.
    * Installation.

20. – INSPECT AIR BAG AND AIRBAG READINESS LIGHT FOR:

    * Any defects in the air bag system noted by the air bag readiness light, or otherwise indicated; or
    * The air bag has been deployed and has not been replaced (and is not deactivated because of a medical or other exemption and a notice is posted to indicate that it has been deactivated); or
    * Any part of the air bag system has been removed from the vehicle; or
    * If the air bag indicator fails to light, or stays on continuously.

21. – INSPECT DOORS AT THE RIGHT & LEFT SIDE OF THE DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Handle or opening device which will permit the opening of the door from the outside and inside of the vehicle.
    * Latching system which will hold door in its proper closed position.

22. – INSPECT FUEL SYSTEM FOR:

    * Any part that is not securely fastened.
    * Liquid fuel leakage.
    * Fuel tank filler cap for presence.

23. – INSPECT FLOOR PAN FOR:

            (a) Holes which allow exhaust gases to enter occupant compartment.
            (b) Conditions which create a hazard to the occupants.

Terms of Sale Overview



Payment Terms:

The successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via paypal within 48 hours of auction close to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance within 7 days of auction close. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.

Acceptable Payment Methods:

Cash (In Person), certified check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, or third party approved financing. Please call prior to bidding to insure your third party financing is acceptable terms of payment. All checks are made payable to Davis AutoSports.

Fees and Taxes:

Davis AutoSports charges a $179.00 processing fee. All buyers are responsible for state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title or registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Buyers are responsible for tax, title & tag fees in the state the vehicle will be registered.

Contact us:

You can reach us via email at JD@DavisAutoSports.ComCall Jonathan Davis at the numbers below:Office (804) 737-1505Cell (202) 491-9929Fax (804) 737-1506 We are located at 5701-A Oakleys Pl. Richmond, VA 23223

Term and Conditions:

All vehicles are sold AS-IS with NO Warranty unless noted differently above. We sell late model, low mileage vehicles that may still have existing manufacturer's warranty. All inspections must be completed and financing arranged prior to bidding. Pre-sale inspections are welcomed and encouraged. Inspection companies are available on the internet as well as eBay. We will gladly take the vehicle to your choice of inspection station within 30 mins of our dealership. Additional keys, owners manuals, key fobs, CD cartridges, and navigation disc may not be available if not included in the listing. These vehicles are sometimes on eBay up to 3-4 weeks before being sold, are driven by employees and test driven by customers, therefore the mileage can be up to 1000 miles more that listed above but is typically only up to 100 miles more than listed above.

We reserve the right to notify bidders and cancel this auction. We reserve the right to cancel bids from those with excessive negative feedback. Please email or call us if you have negative feedback or zero feedback prior to bidding. Zero feedback bidders who don't contact us will have their bid canceled. Upon final inspection of the vehicle, if the vehicle is not as described the purchaser does not have to complete the transaction. We shall gladly refund your deposit IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED. If your vehicle is shipped and upon it's arrival, if it not as described we will gladly accept the vehicle back for a 100% refund of the vehicle price ONLY if the vehicle remains with the transportation company. The vehicle Must remain with the shipping company in these cases. Buyer pays for all shipping charges. Please expect wear associated with age, miles, and vehicle history. We do our very best to describe the actual condition of each vehicle, but please dont rely solely on our content, pictures or even videos. We may use adjectives to describe a vehicle which are the opinions of our staff, not fact. The entire content of the above listing is simply an opinion and not fact. The vehicle listed above may have dings, dents, paint chips, faded paint, clear coat peeling, previous paint work, windshield chips, windshield cracks, wheel scuffs, worn tires, frame damage, frame rust, fluid leaks, scratches, undercarriage rust and/or other wear & defects that are associated with age and mileage that are not visible in the pictures & video, or even mentioned. Please expect stains in carpets, stress lines, worn spots on seats, and other common interior wear even if NOT shown in photos. We attempt to accurately describe our vehicles condition with photos and text. The content in this listing is subjective and should be used as a guide to determine a vehicles condition prior to bidding. If you do not see something photographed or specifically described, please do not assume anything as we are here to answer all questions. Please expect wear and flaws standard on most used vehicles. Maintenance, check engine lights and related issues are the responsibility of the new owner. In efforts to satisfy all of customers, we highly recommend Pre-Puchase Inspections PRIOR to winning or agreeing to purchase a vehicle. We will Gladly bring the vehicle to ANY inspection station of your choice within 30 minutes of our dealership. The customer can make arrangements to get vehicle to ANY inspection station if farther than 30 minutes from our dealership at your cost. Please make an appointment prior to picking up your new vehicle. Allow up to 30 days upon receiving the vehicle title. Prior to bidding, arrangements must be made with our company if your vehicle is not to be picked up in person or if shipping is arranged by the buyer within 7 days. Storage fees of $35.00 per day incur after the 7th day if no prior arrangements have been made in WRITING. Non paying bidders are subject to the following guidelines, a $500.00 re-listing fee and also eBay's non-paying bidder’s recourse. All non-paying bidders that do not communicate with our company are subject to judgments up to $500.00 with Henrico County Small Claims Court. Suits are filed automatically with our legal department. All transactions are taken place in Henrico County so thats where all claims from buyer and seller would be filed. By bidding, you agree to all terms and conditions stated above. If you do not intend on paying for your purchase, we highly recommend you not to bid on our auctions. We pursue all non paying bidders. Deposits are non refundable. We value the integrity of our company, products, employees and most of all, our customers, so by bidding on our auctions you are in agreement to our complete terms of sale.

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