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US $15,980.00
Year:2012 Mileage:52039 Color: White /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V6 3.7L
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1C4PJMAK4CW145790
Year: 2012
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Jeep
Model: Liberty
Trim: Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
Drive Type: 4WD
Mileage: 52,039
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Sub Model: Sport 4X4 ARCTIC
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: White
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Black
Drivetrain: 4WD

2012 Jeep Liberty Sport 4X4 ARCTIC 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     White Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:145790
Mileage:52,039 Engine:V6 3.7L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
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Vehicle Description
ULTIMATE Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4
ARCTIC TRAIL RATED EDITION 

 
 ALLOYS ! 4 WHEEL DRIVE !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM SPORTS PACKAGE !
 
1 OWNER 52K ORIGINAL MILES !
 
CARFAX CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX LOGO FOR FREE
REPORTS
 
 
THIS CAPABLE 4X4 LIBERTY SPORT COMES WITH FACTORY DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY STILL ACTIVE FOR 60 MONTHS OR 100,000 MILES FROM JEEP  !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TILT STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
LIFTGATE
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
SPORTS PACKAGE
3.7 LITER V6 ENGINE

PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM MP3
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
4 WHEEL DRIVE
TINTED WINDOWS
TRAIL RATED ARCTIC PACKAGE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful ARCTIC WHITE on
BLACK PREMIUM CLOTH WITH DARK GRAY TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 34,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 18,019
NADA RETAIL $ 18,450

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 15,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4 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!!!
FOR ANY QUESTIONS FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT
281-506-8808

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
WE FINANCE ! APPLY ONLINE FOR AUTO LOANS AS LOW AS 2.99%

FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
DOOR TO DOOR SHIPPING AVAILABLE ASK FOR A QUOTE !
We Export For Canadian Customers
Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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PREMIUM CLOTH INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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52K ORIGINAL MILES!
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AM/FM/CD WITH AUX PORT!
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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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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Black Door Handle Color
  • Body-Color Grille Color
  • Black Mirror Color
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Carpet Floors
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Front Air Conditioning
  • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
Convenience:
  • Front Console With Armrest
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Front Door Pockets
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Grocery Bag Holder
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.73 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Short and Long Rear Arm
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Solid Axle Rear Suspension
  • Solid Live Axle Rear Suspension
  • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
  • Hi-Lo Gear Selection Transfer Case
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD-Controller
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • Tire Pressure Warning Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Outside Rear Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Aluminum Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • 2 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • 60-40 Split Bench Rear Seat
  • Driver Only Seatbelt Pretensioners

Installed Options
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • Selec-Trac 2 Active Full Time 4WD
    Fleet:
    • Comfort Seating Group
    • Daytime Running Headlamps
    Package:
    • Chrome Accents Group
    • Mopar Exterior Appearance Group
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    Shipping Information
    WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
    GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
    Canadian Customers Welcome
    Email us your zip code for Special Shipping Rates !
    email sales@ultimatems.com
    If Outside US or Canada email us your Port City and Country
    for a quote !
    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
    Map of Ultimate Motorsports at 10311 Altonbury Lane, Houston, TX 77031
    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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