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US $10,980.00
Year:2007 Mileage:135026 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L Navi DVD 4-Door Van
Exterior Color:     Ocean Mist Metallic Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:115416
Mileage:135,026 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5FNRL38757B115416 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L
Navigation with DVD Edition
 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
8 PASSENGER 3ROW SEATING !
REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM  ! POWER SLIDING DOORS ! REAR CAMERA
 
1 OWNER CLEAN HONDA ODYSSEY WITH EVERY OPTION  !  
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
ADD A 3 MONTH 3,000 MILE WARRANTY
FOR ONLY $ 295
ASK US FOR DETAILS ON A 4 YEAR UNLIMITED MILES NATION WIDE WARRANTY !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
REAR VIEW CAMERA
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
REAR AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
POWER SLIDING DOORS
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 16”  WHEELS
8 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
ROOF RACK
REAR SPOILER
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful OCEAN MIST METALLIC on
TAN LEATHER Interior!!
 
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Original $ 45,000 Price!!!
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NADA RETAIL $ 12,875
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 10,980
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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!

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Houston TX 77031
 
Additional Photos
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TINTED WINDOWS ! 
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REAR SPOILER ! 
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CLEAN EXTERIOR ! 
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NICE CLEAN INTERIOR ! 
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POWER SLIDING SUNROOF ! 
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR ! 
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NAVIGATION SYSTEM ! 
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REAR VIEW CAMERA ! 
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PREMIUM SOUND ! REAR CLIMATE CONTROLS ! TRI ZONE AC HEAT ! 
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HEATED SEATS ! 
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2ND ROW CAPTIAN CHAIRS WITH OPTIONAL MIDDLE SEAT OR CONSOLE ! 
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8 PASSENGER SEATING ! 
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REAR FACTORY DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ! 
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8 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING ! 
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FOLDING 3RD ROW WITH LOTS OF CARGO SPACE  !
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PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS ! 
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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:
  • Rear Spoiler
    Comfort:
    • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Air Filtration
    • Cargo Area Light
    • Leather Door Trim
    • Carpet Floor Mats
    • Front Floor Mats
    • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
    • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
    • 2 Number of Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
    • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
    • Front and Rear Reading Lights
    • Rear Air Conditioning
    • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
    • Rear Floor Mats
    • Leather Shift Knob Trim
    • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
    Convenience:
    • Cruise Control
    • Front, Rear and Third Row Cupholders
    • Multi-Function Remote
    • Overhead Console With Storage
    • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
    • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
    • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
    • Remote Trunk Release
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
    • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
    • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
    • Front Seatback
    • Grocery Bag Holder
    • Under Seat
    • Universal Remote Transmitter
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • 4.31 Axle Ratio
    • Braking Assist
    • Cargo Tie Downs
    • Front Wheel Drive
    • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
    • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
    • Coil Springs Front Spring
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
    • 11.6 Front Brake Diameter
    • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
    • Coil Springs Rear Spring
    • Independent Rear Suspension
    • Double Wishbone Rear Suspension
    • 12.3 Rear Brake Diameter
    • Disc Rear Brakes
    • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
    • Stability Control
    • Front Stabilizer Bar
    • Traction Control
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Element Antenna
    • Audio Security System
    • Clock
    • DVD Player
    • Electroluminescent Instrumentation
    • External Temperature Display
    • Headphones
    • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Separate Rear Audio Rear Audio
    • Audio and Video Remote Control
    • Tv
    • Tachometer
    • 6 Total Number of Speakers
    • 9 Video Monitor Size
    • Audio/Video Input Video Games
    • Rear Video Monitor Location
    • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
    • 120 Watts
    Exterior:
    • Auto Delay Off Headlights
    • Liftgate Rear Door
    • Dual Power Sliding Side Door
    Header:
    • No Midyear Release
      Rims / Tires:
      • Inside Mount Location
      • P Prefix
      • Temporary Tires
      • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
      • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
      • All Season Tires
      Roof / Glass:
      • Intermittent Front Wipers
      • 1 One-Touch Windows
      • Power Windows
      • Remote Operation Power Windows
      • Privacy Glass
      • Rear Defogger
      • Power Rear Quarter Windows
      • Intermittent Rear Wiper
      • Roof Rack
      • Power Glass Sunroof
      • Side Window Sunshade
      Safety:
      • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
      • Alarm With Remote Anti-Theft System
      • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
      • Child Safety Locks
      • Child Seat Anchors
      • Heated Exterior Mirrors
      • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
      • Power Exterior Mirrors
      • Dual Front Airbags
      • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
      • Remote Power Door Locks
      • Rolling Code Key Rolling Code Security
      • Front Side Airbags
      • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
      • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
      • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
      Seating:
      • Split Folding Folding
      • Captains Chairs Front Seats
      • Heated
      • Height Adjustable
      • 8 Power Adjustments
      • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
      • With Independent Controls Rear Heat
      • Reclining
      • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
      • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating
      • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
      • Leather Upholstery
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      Shipping Information
      WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
      GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
      Canadian Customers Welcome
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      Dealership Information
      Ultimate Motorsports
      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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      Terms of Sale
      Standard Terms & conditions
       

      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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