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US $16,980.00
Year:2008 Mileage:81510 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

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

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 4JGBB86E38A421586
Year: 2008
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: M-Class
Warranty: No
Mileage: 81,510
Sub Model: ML350 4MATIC
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: AWD

2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:421586
Mileage:81,510 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:4JGBB86E38A421586 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2008 Mercedes Benz ML350 4Matic
All Wheel Drive 
 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! WOOD !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
REAR CAMERA ! SPOILER !
ALL WHEEL DRIVE ! 4MATIC AWD ! P1 PACKAGE
 
 
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
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
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
IPOD CONNECT
TINTED WINDOWS
3.5 LITER V6 ENGINE
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
REAR CAMERA
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
POWER LIFTGATE
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
ALL WHEEL DRIVE/4 MATIC
PREMIUM ALLOY 19’  WHEELS
REAR SPOILER
ROOF RACK
CARGO COVER
REMOTE KEY
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLACK on
TAN LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM  Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 49,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 20,523
NADA RETAIL $ 20,275
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 16,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a MERCEDES BENZ ML 320 AWD 4 MATIC 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
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE MERCEDES BENZ ML 320 AWD 4 MATIC, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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POWER SUNROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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81K ORIGINAL MILES!
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NAVIGATION KEEPS YOU ON TRACK!
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BACK-UP CAMERA!
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DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL AND HEATED SEATS!
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iPHONE/iPOD CONNECTION!
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POWER 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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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Comfort:
  • Active Charcoal Air Filtration
  • Alloy and Wood Center Console Trim
  • Wood Dash Trim
  • Alloy and Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Alloy Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Retractable Cargo Cover
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Cargo Net
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.90 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Mechanical Center Differential
  • Descent Control
  • All Wheel Drive
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 13.0 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.3 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Lateral Links Rear Arm
  • 13.0 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.6 Rear Brake Width
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • MP3 Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD-Controller
  • Clock
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Teleaid Satellite Communications
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Rear Fog Lights
Header:
  • No Midyear Release
    Rims / Tires:
    • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
    • Temporary Spare Tire Size
    • Steel Spare Wheel
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tire
    Roof / Glass:
    • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
    • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
    • 4 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Remote Operation Power Windows
    • Privacy Glass
    • Rear Defogger
    • Intermittent Rear Wiper
    • Roof Rack
    • One-Touch Sunroof
    • Power Glass Sunroof
    • Remote Operation Sunroof
    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
    • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Remote Power Door Locks
    • Rolling Code Remote Rolling Code Security
    • Front and Rear Side Airbags
    • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
    • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
    • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
    • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
    • 2 Front Headrests
    • Driver Seat Active Head Restraint Front Headrests
    • Multi-Adjustable Front Headrests
    • Passenger Seat Active Head Restraint Front Headrests
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • 8 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
    • Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
    • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
    • 3 Rear Headrests
    • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Folding With Storage Rear Seat Center Armrest
    • Vents Rear Seat Heat
    • 40-60 Split Bench Rear Seat
    • Split Folding Rear Seat
    • Front and Rear Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
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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
    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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