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US $15,480.00
Year:2012 Mileage:19563 Color: Black /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:I4 2.5L DOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 3FAHP0JA8CR352856
Year: 2012
Make: Ford
Model: Fusion
Warranty: Limited
Mileage: 19,563
Sub Model: SEL WE FINANCE 2.99%+
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Black
Drivetrain: FWD

2012 Ford Fusion SEL WE FINANCE 2.99%+ 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     Tuxedo Black Metallic Interior Color:     Charcoal Black Stock Number:352856
Mileage:19,563 Engine:I4 2.5L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:3FAHP0JA8CR352856 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Ford Fusion SEL
 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! PDC !
REAR CAMERA ! SPOILER !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
1 OWNER 19K ORIGINAL LOW MILES
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL FORD FUSION SEL COMES TOP LOADED WITH FACTORY WARRNATY STILL ACTIVE FOR 36 MONTHS OR 36,000 MILES FROM FORD !! ALSO COMES WITH FACTORY DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY FOR 60 MONTHS OR 60,000 MILES !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING  STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER WITH GRAY  TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
TINTED WINDOWS
POWER LEATHER SEATS WITH LUMBAR
REAR CAMERA
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM MP3 PLAYBACK
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 17’  WHEELS
REAR SPOILER
2.5 LITER 4CYLINDER ENGINE
BOOK WITH KEY
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful TUXEDO BLACK METALLIC on
BLACK LEATHER WITH GRAY TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 28,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 19,833
NADA RETAIL $ 20,800
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 15,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a FORD FUSION SEL with all the options with LOW MILES, You Don't Have to Look any Further!!!
DON'T SLEEP ON THIS ONE!

NOTE: JUST LIKE ANY USED VEHICLE FEW VERY MINOR NICK NACKS DUE TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR AND ROAD DEBRIS.
REMEMBER: YOU ARE BUYING A TOP LOADED USED VEHICLE IN CLEAN CONDITION NOT A BRAND NEW ONE!

Bid with Excitement & Confidence!!!
Only at ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT !!
Good Luck & Happy Bidding!!!
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE FORD FUSION SEL, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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?POWER SUNROOF!
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LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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19K ORIGINAL MILES!
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NAVIGATION KEEPS YOU ON TRACK!
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BACK-UP CAMERA!
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HEATED SEATS!
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SPACIOUS 5 PASSENGER SEATING!
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PLENTY OF LEG ROOM!
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AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS!
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ORIGINAL OWNERS MANUAL INCLUDED!
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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 16.0 Steering Ratio
  • 2.8 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Front Center Armrests
  • Rear Center Armrests
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • Capless Fuel Filler System
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Two 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
  • In Dash
  • Sun Visors
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.06 Axle Ratio
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Upper and Lower Control Arms Front Arm
  • 11.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • Disc Front Brakes
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Lower Controls Rear Arm
  • 11.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • MP3 Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Voice Activated Phone
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Sync Satellite Communications
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • Wireless Connectivity
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Aluminum Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Front Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Alarm Anti-Theft System
  • Perimeter Alarm Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Spotter Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Pre-Collision System
  • Mykey Programmable Safety Key
  • Rolling Code Security
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • 10 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Recline Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Heated Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 4 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
  • Recline Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
  • Heated Passenger Seat
  • 3 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • With Cupholders Rear Seat Center Armrest
  • With Independent Controls Rear Seat Heat
  • 60-40 Split Bench Rear Seat
  • Split Folding Rear Seat
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • Leather-Trimmed Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • License Plate Bracket
  • Rear Decklid Spoiler
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Voice-Activated Navigation System
    Package:
    • Luxury Package
    • Monochrome Appearance Package
    Safety:
    • Reverse Sensing System
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      Main Phone:(281) 506-8808
      Alt. Phone:(281) 657-7293
      Email:sales@ultimatems.com
      Business Hours:
      Weekdays:9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
      Saturday:10 TO 5PM
      Sunday:CLOSED
      Location:
      10311 Altonbury Lane
      Houston, TX 77031
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      PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! BY SUBMITTING A BID, MAKING AN OFFER OR CLICKING THE BUY IT NOW YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

      Fee and Tax Information: All Texas residents will pay 6.25% state sales tax and $ 133 Title Fee. This only applies to Texas Residents ONLY! Out of State customer only pay :

      All sales are subject to Texas V.I.T. tax based at a rate of .002834% of purchase price and $395.00 Processing fee.

      PAYPAL IS FOR DEPOSITS ONLY. WE DO NOT ACCEPT FULL PAYMENTS THOUGH THE PAYPAL.

      FINANCING IS AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT (WAC) ONLY ! ALL BUY IT NOW PRICES LISTED ARE FOR CASH BUYERS OR IF CUSTOMERS ARRANGE THEIR OWN FINANCING !!!

      IF YOU CHOOSE TO CLICK THE BUY IT NOW OPTION YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PICK UP THE VEHICLE LOCALLY AND ADDRESS ANY ISSUES BEFORE THE VEHICLE LEAVES THE LOT.

      Please contact SALES@ultimatems.com or 281-657-7293
      Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 NON REFUNDABLE deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 7 days of Auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise.  Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 2002 or with more than 100K miles. Make sure if financing, your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding.
      Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, we will gladly cooperate, you can locate shippers by doing a search for `auto shippers`.
      If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.
      Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle.  All non-paying high bidders will be reported to Ebay, and negative feedback posted.
      PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY.  IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION.
      By placing a bid on this vehicle you are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the above-described vehicle. We reserve the right to cancel all existing bids and end the auction early should the item no longer be available for sale.
      By bidding and buying this auction, you enter a contract that you have read and understood all the terms and conditions of this auction. 
      We reserve the rights to sell the car outside the ebay auctions. We reserve the right to end the auction anytime. We reserve the right to cancel any bid from any bidder. 
      This vehicle is being sold as is, where it is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. In either case, The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
      Please understand that the vehicles are Pre-Owned vehicles and at times, the vehicles may come without accessories such as extra keys, cd magazines, navigation discs, floormats, tools, and owner's manuals. Please call for the exact accessories included for the vehicle. 
      Buyer's are responsible for shipping costs.
      All bidders should have all questions answered and loans pre-approved before bidding. Please note that Non paying buyers would be handled by our attorney. Remember buying a car on eBay is legal binding contract.

      All vehicles are sold "AS IS". This is in full accordance with the laws of the State of TEXAS regarding motor vehicle sales. You the buyer/bidder must have a complete understanding that this vehicle is used and we do not know the complete history of this vehicle. We are presenting this vehicle to the best of our knowledge. The accuracy of our description is based on any and all information that we were able to obtain concerning this vehicle either by records, previous owners statements, or other statements if any made by the persons who sold or traded in this vehicle. We ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT Inc or any of its employees or agents will not be held responsible. All buyers are responsible for having an independent inspection completed on their vehicle of inetrest prior to sale or close of auction. You are welcome to fly in or schedule a inspection with several companies in Houston area to have a car professionally inspected.

      WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REPAIRS OR INSPECTIONS PRIOR OR AFTER THE SALE OF AN AUTOMOBILE. ALL VEHICLES SOLD AS IS WHERE IS !!

      WE WELCOME INSPECTIONS BUT PLEASE DO INSPECTIONS BEFORE THE SALE IS CONFIRMED ! 

      This Agreement will be governed the laws of the State of Texas (without regard to principals of conflict of laws). Any claims arising out of or related to this Agreement or the Goods shall be brought exclusively in Harris County, Texas. Bidder submits to the jurisdiction of all such courts. BIDDER AND SELLER HEREBY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION TO ENFORCE, DEFEND, CONSTRUE OR OTHERWISE CONCERNING THIS AGREEMENT OR THE GOODS. If it is necessary for bidder to commence litigation to enforce any portion of this Agreement, Seller will be entitled to recover from Bidder its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, including the reasonable fees of in-house counsel.

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