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2013 C250 Sedan Sport Premium 1 Multimedia Navigation Lane Tracking Keylessgo Nr on 2040-cars

US $31,850.00
Year:2013 Mileage:6774 Color: Black /
 Black
Location:

Dallas, Texas, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Lemon & Manufacturer Buyback
Engine:2.0L Turbo
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: WDDGF4HB9DA744860
Year: 2013
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: C-Class
Trim: Aluminum
Options: Premium #1 Package - $2,500, harman/kardon LOGIC7 Sound System with Dolby Digit, SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Weather, iPod/MP3 Media Interface, 10-Way Power Driver's Seat w/3 Position Memory, Power Adjustable Steering Column 4-Way Power Steer, 4-Way Power Lumbar Support, Split Folding Rear Seats, Heated Front Seats, Multimedia Package - $2,790, Navigation with Enhanced Voice Control, COMAND System with 80GB hard-drive Navigation, Rear View Camera, 6-DVD/CD Changer, Gracenote Media Database with Album-cover Art, SD Card Reader, Lane Tracking Package - $850, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, KEYLESS-GO - $650, Rear Spoiler - $300, Sport Sedan, AMG Sportline, Sportline Package, Sunroof, CD Player
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 6,774
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Sub Model: C250 Sport Sedan Highly Optioned MSRP $44k
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle has an Existing Manufacturer Warranty

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We Present Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition,

One Owner, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

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Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

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 In Pristine Condition - Inside & Outside

Must See in Person to Appreciate Vehicle Quality

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1 Owner Car

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- No Accident History

- No Damage History

- No Paintwork History

- No Dents

- No Dings

- Rust Free California Car

- Smoke Free Interior

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Warranty

Pre Qualify for 100,000 Miles Extended Warranty and Low Finance Rate.

We are proud to offer you a beautiful One Owner

2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan.

The exterior on this C250 Sport Sedan is finished in a glossy and smooth

Black paint complemented by a clean and fresh Black interior accented with Aluminum Trim.

Both the exterior and interior are in Pristine Condition; Clean and Fresh.

We have included over 260 pictures so you can judge for yourself the condition this sharp

 C250 Sport Sedan is in. For your peace of mind, we remind you that this vehicle is under

 a remainder of the 48 month / 50,000 miles bumper to bumper Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty.

So, if you are in the market for a very affordable late model Sport Sedan for yourself or a loved one,

then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look at this super sharp 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

 that is offered at a LOW BUY IT NOW and PRICED TO SELL!!!

Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty!

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Retail Date/In Service Date: 11-24-2012

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     4 Years/50,000 Miles Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty

Valid Until 11-24-2016 or 50,000 Miles Whichever Comes First

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Extended Warranties up to 100,000 miles valid in any

North America Mercedes-Benz Dealership are Available - Please Inquire


Please View "Closely Vehicle Options" Listed Below!


This Vehicle Is Equipped With Following Options:

 

Exterior: Black Paint

Interior: Black

Interior Trim: Aluminum

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Premium #1 Package - $2,500 (This Package Includes)

harman/kardon LOGIC7® sound system with Dolby Digital 5.1


Specifically engineered for the E-Class, this premium digital sound system


 

 fills the cabin with 610 watts of beautifully balanced audio.

 


No fewer than 14 strategically placed speakers deliver a wholly immersive


 

listening experience through Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound technology.


 

Digital Dynamic Volume Control impeccably and imperceptibly maintains the sound spectrum


 

 for consistent listening pleasure in varying driving conditions. 



SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Weather


SiriusXM Traffic keeps you up to date on accidents, traffic, construction and road closures,


and even helps the optional navigation system divert you around traffic.


SiriusXM Weather delivers detailed, graphical weather reports and forecasts.

iPod/MP3 Media Interface

Mounted in the glovebox, the iPod/MP3 media interface turns your Mercedes-Benz

 into an extension of your iPod or compatible electronic device.

Browse, select and play your musical accompaniment of choice using

steering-wheel, COMAND-system or stereo controls.

10-Way Power Driver's Seat w/3 Position Memory,

Power Adjustable Steering Column 4-Way Power Steering Column,

4-Way Power Lumbar Support

Intuitive, seat-shaped controls help you and your front passenger find your ideal seating positions

with 10-way power adjustment, plus a 4-way power lumbar support for the driver.

A memory system for each front seat recalls three stored seat positions with the touch of a button.

The driver-seat memory also includes the power steering column and side mirror positions. 

Split Folding Rear Seats

Individually folding rear seatbacks allow you to expand the cargo capacity

of your C-Class while still carrying a rear passenger.

The release handles are in the trunk, so they're conveniently located where

you'll need them, and can be kept out of reach simply by valet-locking the trunk.

Heated Front Seats

Electrically heated front seats quickly take the chill out of even the coldest day.

Three levels of warming automatically step down after several minutes to the lowest setting.

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Multimedia Package - $2,790 (This Package Includes)

COMAND System with 80GB hard-drive Navigation

Navigation with Enhanced Voice Control

Using a fast 80GB hard drive to store maps, points of interest and even Zagat® Survey ratings

for restaurants, hotels and golf courses, this virtual copilot offers detailed driving directions with a friendly voice.

The 7-inch LCD widescreen displays your route with new 3D maps of building profiles and elevations,

plus gas stations, ATMs, Mercedes-Benz dealerships and even scenic routes.

Data for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii are standard,

with periodic updates available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Rear View Camera

This innovative driver-assistance feature helps you to see directly behind your vehicle when reversing.

Shift into Reverse, and a wide-angle camera mounted in the rear displays a live view of what's

behind the vehicle on the COMAND screen in the dashboard.

Enhanced software helps provide a more natural view with minimal "fisheye" effect.

10GB Music Register

Music Register allows you to store up to 10GB of your own digital music on the in-dash hard drive.

It lets you copy songs from your CDs and DVDs, and save them to your vehicle's audio system,

so you can listen to them anytime and anywhere you drive.

6-DVD/CD Changer

A single-slot system, the in-dash 6-disc changer plays audio CDs and DVDs.

You can even watch a DVD movie while the vehicle is in Park.

SD Card Reader

Gracenote Media Database with Album-cover Art

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Lane Tracking Package - $850 (This Package Includes)

Active Blind Spot Assist

Above approximately 20 mph, Active Blind Spot Assist can alert you to some unseen vehicles in the next lane.

 

 

If radar sensors in the rear bumper detect a vehicle in the "blind spot" area

 

 

to either side, an indicator lights up in the appropriate side mirror.

 

 

If you activate a turn signal while a vehicle is detected, a warning sounds.

 

 

And if you disregard the alerts and begin changing lanes, advanced active technology

 

 

 can apply the brake to a single rear wheel, to help guide the car back into its lane. 

Active Lane Keeping Assist 

With technology that monitors ordinary road markings, Active Lane Keeping Assist

 

 

 helps detect unintended drifting off-course,and alerts the driver by vibrating the steering wheel.

 

 

 If the driver continues to drift, it can apply the brake to a single rear wheel to help guide the car back into its lane.  

 

 

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KEYLESS-GO - $650 (This Option Includes)

A leap in ease and efficiency pioneered by Mercedes-Benz, KEYLESS-GO lets you unlock,

start and drive away without removing the SmartKey from your pocket or purse.

You can lock and unlock the doors with a touch of the exterior handles, and start the engine

by stepping on the brake pedal and pushing the Start/Stop button on the dashboard.

You can also start the vehicle in the conventional way by removing

the Start/Stop button and inserting the SmartKey into the ignition.

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Rear Spoiler - $300 (Option) 

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Sport Sedan - Included

AMG Sportline

Sportline Package

Radiator Grill with Central Star

Sport Suspension

Avant Garde Package (Sport)

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MSRP Sticker when New: $43,345 + Sales Tax & Fees

*Total MSRP excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, preparation charges,

insurance, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges

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This is the Best Deal Anywhere - Don't Delay

First Come, First Serve/Buy!!

Note: This 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan, was reacquired in California by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC after the last retail owner or lessee requested its repurchase.

Concern reported by original owner: "Vehicle will not start."

Mercedes-Benz graciously repurchased the car from the owner and inspected concern under the manufacturer's warranty. Mercedes-Benz after inspection concluded: "Vehicle inspected and found to meet manufacturer specifications.” 
Mercedes-Benz will very commonly repurchase vehicles to ensure a 100% customer satisfaction.

This 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan has remaining balance of Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty for 4 Years/50,000 miles valid until 11-24-2016 or 50,000 miles whichever comes first. 

We offer Extended Warranty valid in any US & Canada Mercedes-Benz Dealership. Please see below extended warranty rates.
 
Supreme Coverage - Terms: Years / Miles
 
Supreme Coverage 5 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $2,140
 
Supreme Coverage 5 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $2,525
 
Supreme Coverage 6 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $2,332
 
Supreme Coverage 6 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $2,914
 
Supreme Coverage 7 Years / 75,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $2,417
 
Supreme Coverage 7 Years / 100,000 miles, $0 deductible per repair visit - Your Cost is: $3,084

Please look closely at the many detailed photos we have provided. Needless to say, this is a stunning color combination for this world-class Sport Sedan, and certainly the one that was front and center on the showroom floor at any of the leading Mercedes-Benz dealerships. I hope the pictures do this beauty justice! Just throw yourself in the driver's seat and cruise. It's mechanically sound, and looks forward to pleasing it's next owner. This breathtaking Mercedes-Benz is in outstanding condition, free of any dents or unsightly parking lot door dings, and the sparkling finish is just beautiful. The sumptuous interior is in superb condition as well. PRISTINE CONDITION - VERY CLEAN is the best way to describe this car.

Friends, I am here to tell you that this car is one you don't want to pass up!! If you have always dreamed of owning a top of the line Mercedes-Benz, "Buy it Now"!! You will impress your friends and neighbors with this gorgeous car. We can arrange vehicle transportation or airport pick up upon your request. We can arrange world wide shipping at the buyers expense! 

If you have any unanswered questions, comments, or concerns,

please call us  at 214-358-3400. Thank you! 

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Vehicle Inspection

We encourage and welcome pre-purchase inspections and are happy to assist with them in any way possible.

At client request, vehicle can be taken to local Mercedes-Benz Dealership for inspection.

The cost associated with this inspection is sole responsibility of the client.

Please contact us with any questions.

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Vehicle Condition

You will also have a piece of mind as this pre–owned 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

has the remainder of a Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty for 4 years / 50,000 miles.

You are worry-free when you're making offer on this beautiful 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan.

Look at the pictures below and judge for yourself how nice it looks.

This is your chance, to own in Pristine Condition 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

 at a price you have always heard about through the Internet.

We hope you are our next satisfied online buyer.

Good luck and happy bidding. 

Vehicle VIN # WDDGF4HB9DA744860

Title on Hand - Ready for Export

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We can help you to TRANSPORT - EXPORT

this vehicle anywhere in the US, Canada or Worldwide!

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Sedan

Low, Low, Low Miles!!

Only 6,774 Miles - in Pristine Condition!!

Low, Low, Low Miles!!

Only 6,774 Miles - in Pristine Condition!!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Accident History!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Damage History!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Paintwork History!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Dents or Dings!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - Rust Free!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - Smoke Free Interior!

Included with Vehicle:

2 Master Keys, Manuals, Leather Case, 4 Mercedes-Benz Floor Mats

(As is Depicted Above)

 

Be a "Smart Buyer" and call us 214-358-3400 before the Auction ends to make a deal.

We can end the auction at anytime and Sell To You! 

All it takes is your sincerity with a phone call and a $500 deposit.

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Terms and Conditions of Sale

Before you continue, you should print or save a copy of the Terms & Conditions for your records. 
 
We are committed to showing you honesty and integrity. 

We ask that you show us the same courtesy by abiding to all Westwood Motorcars terms and conditions. 

You are entering a legal binding contract. Please read the following carefully. 

Your bid, offer to buy and/or purchase constitutes your acceptance

 of all the terms and conditions in this Terms of Sale agreement. 

You acknowledge and agree that your bid, offer to buy and/or purchase has the 

same effect as manually signing a contract and creates a valid, binding agreement between you and Westwood Motorcars.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY 

At Westwood Motorcars, the complete satisfaction with your new vehicle purchase is our top priority. 

For that reason, we guarantee that the vehicle you purchase from us meets or exceeds your expectations, 

or we will refund your deposit in full, less a $150 processing fee. 

Here is how it works: 

After securing the new vehicle purchase by a deposit, buyer has 7 days to complete the transaction. 

Within that 7 day period, buyer may view, inspect, and test drive the vehicle personally or using a 


3rd party services, to insure that the vehicle meets their expectations, and

that they are completely satisfied with the vehicle. 

If for any reason, the buyer is not completely satisfied with the outcome of the inspection, 

Westwood Motorcars will cancel the deal and refund deposit paid by buyer to Westwood Motorcars,

less $150 processing fee. Buyer must complete inspection before completing purchase and/or the 

vehicle leaves our facility. Buyer is also responsible for any inspection cost or expenses.

Once again we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase and we will have it no other way! 

We welcome you to come visit our facility as well as view our vehicles during business hours. 

To better assist all guest, test drives and vehicle showing are by appointment only. 

Please call 214-358-3400 at least one hour in advance to make an appointment.

FUNDS 

Bidders should seek pre-approval and commitment from a lender before making a bid/purchase or contact us 

before bidding/purchasing for information on available financing options. The full payment for this sale must 

take place within 7 calendar days of the auction close. Full payment can be made by certified check, or bank 

wire-transfer. We can also accept and honor Online Bank Checks from Pentagon Federal Credit Union, 


USAA and other lenders. However, buyer must first contact us before buying, initiating a purchase,

placing bids or clicking the "Buy It Now" for more information and qualification details.

DEPOSITS - PAYMENT TERMS

To secure this vehicle we require immediate $500 deposit.

Remaining balance to be paid in full and buyer to take delivery of vehicle no later than 7 days after auction's - listing close.

If payment terms are not followed as above, all contracts, eBay and Westwood Motorcars are void.

Due to the fact that we often have multiple prospective buyers for the same vehicle,

we will not hold a vehicle without $500 deposit - No Exceptions.

Without this deposit, all vehicles will remain advertised, listed, and available for sale.

PAYMENT METHODS

- Cash - US currency and in person only. 

- Certified Cashier's Checks (US Financial Institutions only) - that can be verified during normal business hours

- Bank Wire Transfer - preferred for faster transaction and required for all International Transactions

- No Escrows

- Vehicle will not be delivered nor title transferred until funds have cleared - No Exceptions.

TAXES & FEES FOR TEXAS BUYER

All sales are subject to a $100 Documentary fee. 

Texas residents must pay 6.25% sales tax and all other applicable Texas taxes and fees.

FEE FOR OUT OF THE STATE BUYER

All sales are subject to a $100 Documentary fee.

All taxes and license, title fees will need to be paid by the buyer when the vehicle is registered in their home state.

All state taxes and motor vehicle-related fees are administered by each state individually,

are not included in the price of the vehicle, and are non-negotiable.

Vehicle may be picked up locally or shipped at buyer's expense.

TRANSPORTATION 

We are willing to help with any reasonable vehicle shipping 

or delivery arrangement that the buyer may wish to arrange.

Please understand that we will arrange shipping for you as a value added service only. 

Westwood Motorcars does not have affiliation with any shipper or transporter.


TITLES 

Westwood Motorcars guarantees lien free titles on all our vehicles.

Absolutely NO Salvage titles or Reconditioned titles. 

All mileage stated is actual and accurate unless otherwise noted in the listing. 

An Odometer Disclosure Statement will be furnished to buyer and lender (if vehicle is financed).

Please understand that the mileage may be slightly higher at time of delivery due to demos, test drives and transportation.

In the state of Texas dealer title work can take up to 20 business days. 

Titles will be sent via FedEx for proper tracking. 

Vehicle will not be delivered nor title transferred until funds have cleared - No exceptions.


VEHICLE INSPECTION

We encourage and welcome pre-purchase inspections and are happy to assist with them any way possible.

At client request, vehicle can be taken to local BMW dealership for inspection.

The cost associated with this inspection is sole responsibility of the buyer. 

Please understand, we do our very professional best to describe in detail the condition of our vehicles as we see it, however,

we are only human and these are pre-owned vehicles, therefore, Westwood Motorcars, and their employees will not be held accountable

 for errors or omissions in the description of the above vehicle or typographical errors in any of our vehicles listings and

descriptions. All vehicle options, specs, features, color descriptions, history, paint history, maintenance records

and manufacturer's warranty information must be researched and confirmed by buyer or a 3rd party inspection

service before completing purchase.

Please call your local franchise dealership and confirm vehicle equipment, vehicle options and warranty expiration dates.

VEHICLE

This vehicle is being sold "As Is" and "Where Is" with no warranty, expressed written or implied.

The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness,

or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith.

Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

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 make offer based upon that judgement solely.

The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

As we rely on information's from numerous sources we are not responsible for mistakes in the listing.

If you are unsure of anything, please ask. Do not assume anything.

Although we make every attempt to accurately describe our automobiles,

it is nearly impossible to go into detail about every mark on a car.

Our vehicles are hand-picked and we stand behind the quality of each car.

That said, most of our vehicles are pre-owned and driven and therefore have been subject to normal wear and tear.

All vehicles are professionally detailed and reconditioned (if needed) prior to delivery.

BOOKS & KEYS

We make every effort to deliver our vehicles to our clients with two keys, manuals/books, floor mats

navigation CDs (if applicable), wheel locks, tool kits, etc..., however, from time-to-time, a vehicle may be missing

one or more of these items and we cannot guarantee that they will be included in the vehicle at the time of sale.

In this case, we are more than happy to provide these items to our customers at our cost we pay!

In the interest of full disclosure all Westwood Motorcars vehicle listing 

include one photograph showing all attached accessories available with the vehicle. 

PROPER VENUE 

All obligations pursuant to this contract shall be performable in Dallas County, in the state of Texas. 

All obligations of purchaser to pay for the vehicle shall be payable in U.S. dollars in Dallas County, Texas. 


Buyer and Westwood Motorcars agree that in relation to any transaction involving this vehicle that

the proper venue for any legal proceedings will be in conducted in Dallas County, Texas.

AUCTIONS - LISTING

We reserve the right to cancel all bids and end an auction early should the vehicle no longer be available for sale.

There are no bid retractions accepted within the final 24 hours of the auction - listing.

If you have only negative feedback or bid retractions, DO NOT BID without pre approval from Westwood Motorcars. 

Unqualified Bidding, Auction Interference, Shill Bidding, or any form of harassment can be subject to legal prosecution. 

UPDATES 

Westwood Motorcars reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of sale at any time. 

Customers are encouraged to review the Terms of Sale on a periodic basis for modifications. 

This Westwood Motorcars Terms and Conditions of Sale is a revision/update. 

This Policy super cedes any previous terms and conditions. 

Any terms and conditions that contradict this revision or update will be invalid. 


Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

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