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US $24,980.00
Year:2012 Mileage:40638 Color: White /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Dealer
Engine:V6 3.5L DOHC
Transmission:Automatic
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: WDCGG5GB8CF739269
Year: 2012
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: GLK-Class
Trim: Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Doors: 4
Mileage: 40,638
Fuel: Gasoline
Sub Model: GLK350
Drivetrain: RWD
Exterior Color: White
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Interior Color: Tan
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Number of Cylinders: 6
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats

2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Diamond White Metallic Interior Color:     Almond/Black Stock Number:739269
Mileage:40,638 Engine:V6 3.5L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:WDCGG5GB8CF739269 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Mercedes Benz GLK350
 
PANORAMIC SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! WOOD !
PREMIUM HARMAN KARDON SOUND !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
POWER LIFT GATE !
 
PEARL WHITE CLEAN LOADED MERCEDES BENZ GLK350 WITH 40K ORIGINAL MILES AND FULL SERVICE HISTORY ON CLEAN CARFAX ! RECENTLY SERVICED BY MERCEDES DEALER !   
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL MERCEDES BENZ GLK350 COMES WITH FACTORY 48 MONTHS OR 50,000 MILES WARRANTY STILL ACTIVE FROM MERCEDES BENZ USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
PANORAMIC 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 AND WOOD  TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
REAR SPOILER
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM HARMAN KARDON SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 19”  WHEELS
CARGO COVER
ROOF RACK
POWER LIFT GATE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful DIAMOND WHITE METALLIC on
ALMOND LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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Original $ 43,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 28,947
NADA RETAIL $ 29,250
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 24,980
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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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POWER SEATS!
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PANORAMIC ROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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POWER-TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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40K ORIGINAL MILES!
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FULL WOOD TRIM INTERIOR!
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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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POWER LIFT-GATE!
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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
  • Chrome Accents
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Front 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:
  • Hard Cargo Cover
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Cupholders
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • With Removable Valet Key Multi-Function Remote
  • Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Front Seatback
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.46 Axle Ratio
  • Brake Drying
  • Braking Assist
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG Fuel Economy Display
  • 6 Disc CD/DVD In-Dash CD
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
  • AM/FM Radio
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 11 Total Number of Speakers
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 600 Watts
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Front Reading Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rails
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Front and Rear Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Driver Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Tele Aid System
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Lumbar Driver Seat Adjustments
  • 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Lumbar Passenger Seat Adjustments
  • 8 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
  • Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
  • 3 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Flat Folding Rear Seat
  • Front and Rear Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • Leather Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Diamond White Metallic
  • Roof Spoiler
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Burl Walnut Trim
  • Mercedes-Benz Mbrace
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Harman/Kardon Logic 7 Surround-Sound System
  • Ipod Integration Kit
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • Voice Recognition
Package:
  • Comand 6-Disc Package
  • Full Leather Seating Package
  • Premium 1 Package
Roof / Glass:
  • Panorama Sunroof
    Safety:
    • Led Daytime Running Lamps
      Seating:
      • Heated Front Seats
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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
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        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. 
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        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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