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2013 Glk350 4matic Sport Appearance P1 Multimedia Navigation Heated Seats K-go on 2040-cars

US $38,850.00
Year:2013 Mileage:6884 Color: Paint Color
Location:

Dallas, Texas, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV

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Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV!

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 In Pristine Condition - Inside & Outside

Must See in Person to Appreciate Vehicle Quality!

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- No Accident History

- No Damage History

- No Paintwork History

- No Dents

- No Dings

- Rust Free Car

- Smoke Free Interior

Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty!

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In Service Date: 10-31-2012

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

Valid Until 10-31-2016 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 Paint Color: Black

Interior Color: Black

Interior Trim: Burl Walnut Wood

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Premium #1 Package - $3,450 (This Package Includes)
 
Panorama Sunroof
 
Offering both front- and rear-seat passengers sweeping skyward views, this fully functional glass sunroof
 
features a front panel that can either tilt up for ventilation or slide over the rear panel for an open-air feeling.

Dual interior power shades allow occupants to adjust the amount of sunlight entering the cabin.
 
iPod/MP3 Media Interface

Taking your personal music collection with you wherever you go has never been easier.

The iPod/MP3 Media Interface offers seamless integration of your iPod into the audio system of your GLK-Class.

Compatible with any dock-connector-equipped iPod, the system offers easy access
 
to your music and play lists, and charges your iPod charges while it is playing.

Steering-wheel controls and a visual display of the track information make your iPod a perfect fit with
 
your Mercedes-Benz to let you enjoy your music while keeping your attention focused on the road.

HomeLink(R) Garage Door Opener

Three buttons on the rear view mirror can be programmed to operate many types
 
of garage door openers, security gates and other HomeLink-compatible features.

Rear View Mirror with Integrated Compass

A digital display in the inside rear view mirror indicates your direction
 
of travel toward any of the eight main compass points.

Auto-dimming Mirrors

As sensors on the inside mirror detect the headlights of vehicles behind you,
 
both the inside and driver-side mirrors gradually darken to reduce reflected glare.

To help maintain your rear vision, dimming is automatically canceled
 
when you shift to Reverse or if an interior light is switched on.

SIRIUS Satellite Radio

With SIRIUS Satellite Radio, you'll enjoy more than 130 channels of premium digital

entertainment, including commercial-free music from every genre plus news, talk and sports.

In fact, SIRIUS is home to live play-by-play broadcasts of the biggest NFL(R), NCAA(R), NHL(R)

and NBA(R) teams including 150+college sports teams rounding out what is

sure to be one of your favorite cabin appointments.

When it's paired with the available COMAND system featuring hard-drive navigation,

SIRIUS also delivers real-time information on accidents, traffic flow, construction,

and road closures through its sophisticated Traffic service.

And because SIRIUS Traffic is integrated with your navigation system, you can select

the fastest route to your destination based on the very latest traffic conditions.

Power Lift Gate

For added convenience in the rain or with an armful of packages, you can fully open and close
 
the lift gate via a switch on the driver's interior door panel or a button on the SmartKey remote.

Press a button on the underside of the lift gate and it powers itself closed.

A sensor automatically stops the lift gate if it detects an obstruction, and you can set
 
the system to limit the opening height, useful under low ceilings.

115V AC Power Outlet

Conveniently located in the cargo-area side wall, a household-style
 
115V outlet lets you charge your laptop or camera,

plug in a gaming system, or use other electronic devices,
 
up to a maximum of 150 watts, without a special adapter.

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

COMAND System with Hard-drive Navigation and Real-Time SIRIUS(R) Traffic

Using GPS technology and a 40GB hard drive to store maps, points of interest
 
and even Zagat Survey ratings for restaurants, hotels and golf courses,
 
this virtual copilot provides detailed driving directions with remarkable speed and a friendly voice.

Simply enter your destination, and the COMAND system's 7-inch color-LCD screen will display your route,

as well as gas stations, ATMs and Mercedes-Benz dealerships along the way.

Data for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii come standard,
 
with periodic updates available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

You can also rely on SIRIUS Traffic to provide the very latest information
 
on accidents, traffic flow, construction, and road closures.

SIRIUS Traffic is also integrated with your vehicle's navigation system, with a Dynamic Route function

that can automatically determine the fastest route to your destination based on real-time traffic conditions.

Rear View Camera

This innovative driver-assistance advancement enables you to see behind your vehicle when reversing.

When you shift into reverse, a wide-angle camera, mounted in the rear, shows you what's behind

the vehicle and displays it on the COMAND screen on the dashboard.

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Sport Appearance Package - $990 (This Package Includes)

20-inch 7-Spoke Light-Alloy Wheels

Brawny, bold and beveled, these formidable 20-inch wheels come outfitted with all-season tires

Aluminum Roof Rails

Whether taking a bike, snowboard or extra luggage with you on the road,
 
the roof rails offer a multitude of accessory cargo attachments.

With the Appearance Package, aluminum roof rails add extra style to your lifestyle vehicle.
 
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Heated Front Seats - $750 (This Option Includes)

For added convenience and year-round comfort, enjoy heated front seats

in addition to 8-way power driver and passenger seats.

Three levels of heating can be selected via buttons on the dashboard.

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KEYLESS-GO - $650 (This Option Includes)

A leap in ease and efficiency, this option lets you open or lock any door or

the trunk while leaving your vehicle's SmartKey in your pocket.

To start the vehicle, simply step on the brake pedal and push the Start button, located on the gearshift lever

You can also start the vehicle the conventional way by inserting the SmartKey in the ignition.

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MSRP Sticker When New: $48,625 + Sales Tax & Fees

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This is the Best Deal Anywhere - Don't Delay!!

First Come, First Serve/Buy!!

MSRP Sticker When New: $48,625 + Sales Tax & Fees

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This is the Best Deal Anywhere - Don't Delay!!

First Come, First Serve/Buy!!

Note: This 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV was returned to the  manufacturer (Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC) because the non conformity was not corrected within a reasonable time.

Concern reported by original owner: "Vehicle stalls out while driving."

Mercedes-Benz graciously repurchased the car from the owner and corrected the concern under the manufacturer's warranty. Mercedes-Benz simply - "Replaced fuel pump.”  Mercedes-Benz will very commonly repurchase vehicles to ensure a 100% customer satisfaction.

This 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV has remaining balance of Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer's Warranty for 4 Years/50,000 miles valid until 10-31-2016 or 50,000 miles whichever comes first.

We offer Extended Warranty valid in any US & Canada Mercedes-Benz Dealership. Please see below available 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 SUV, 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. VERY CLEAN is the best way to describe this car.  

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

please call us 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 GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV has the remainder

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

No accident or damage history, all parts are original.

You are worry-free when you're making offer on this beautiful

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV.

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 GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV

 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 # WDCGG8JB0DF997877

Title in Hand - Ready for Export Buyer

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We can help you to TRANSPORT - EXPORT

this vehicle anywhere in the US, Canada or Worldwide!

Auto Financing

Numerous financial institutions can help you to finance this vehicle.

We recommend Pentagon Federal Credit Union and USAA Federal Savings Bank.

Please call them directly for more details. 

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 Great Rates as Low as 1.99%* (APR) for Qualified Buyers

 from

Pentagon Federal Credit Union: 1-800-247-5626  

www.penfed.org

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USAA Federal Savings Bank: 1-800-531-2256  

www.usaa.com

*Interest rates fluctuate daily - please contact above financial institutions for today's rate; On Approved Credit

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Note:

If you are financing the vehicle, please have it pre-approved before

making an offer or commit to purchase.

Thank you! 

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV

Very Attractive, Highly Optioned and in Pristine Condition

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Sport SUV

Low, Low, Low Miles!

Only 6,884 Miles - in Pristine Condition!

Low, Low, Low Miles!

Only 6,884 Miles - in Pristine Condition!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Accident History!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Dings or Dents!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - Rust Free Car!

 

Clean Mercedes-Benz - Smoke Free Interior!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Damage History!

Clean Mercedes-Benz - No Paintwork History!

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 us at 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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Jaguar was one of the famous automotive props and plotlines in the now-iconic drama Mad Men. There's a scene where the show's protagonist, Don Draper, deftly undercuts an influential Jaguar dealer by indicating that get-me-in-the-door local radio spots would be an effective way to sell cars like the slinky E-Type. The British executives think this is folly – Draper knows they will – and his advertising strategy wins out over the dealer's approach to move the metal. Jaguar's not doing that, but half a century later in the real world the company is launching plans to make its cars more attainable to new and younger customers like Millenials. These aren't coupons, but this is a leap for Jaguar, which has long banked on sexy styling and its rich motorsports history to overshadow its past mechanical flaws. Put simply, Jaguar is addressing the reasons why people, especially the younger set, don't buy its cars. The 2017 XE will start at $35,895 when it launches next spring – which makes it an attractive buy for a successful, relatively young person. When it's time to move up, the redesigned XF will be more attainable, coming in at $52,895, which is $5,275 less than the 2015 model. The flagship XJ sedan and the enthusiast-oriented F-Type sports car will also get thousands of dollars worth of added standard features, and Jag is actively pitching them as a better value than their competitors. "The Jaguar brand is on the eve of a major transformation that will see it dramatically increase its presence in the United States luxury marketplace with an expanded lineup, pricing focused on the core of the luxury market, and an all-new ownership package with best-in-class coverage," Joe Eberhardt, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover North America, said in a statement. The brand's quality and reliability dings have also lurked in the back of buyers' minds for decades, though that's an outdated notion. Jaguar placed third in J.D. Power's Initial Quality Study in June and was the top-ranked luxury brand in J.D. Power's Customer Service Index in March. Not content, the company is rolling out an enhanced program called Jaguar EliteCare that launches on 2016 models. It offers a five-year, 60,000-mile limited warranty, the longest among its competitors, with free scheduled maintenance during that period. The plan also covers roadside assistance and connectivity features.

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