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US $19,980.00
Year:2014 Mileage:18615 Color: White /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

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

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1N4AA5AP1EC444333
Year: 2014
Make: Nissan
Model: Maxima
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Mileage: 18,615
Doors: 4
Sub Model: 3.5 S
Fuel: Gasoline
Exterior Color: White
Drivetrain: FWD
Interior Color: Tan

2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     White Pearl Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:444333
Mileage:18,615 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1N4AA5AP1EC444333 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2014 NISSAN MAXIMA 3.5S
 
 SUNROOF ! ALLOYS ! HID XENONS !
PREMIUM TRIM ! PREMIUM BOSE SOUND !
KEYLESS START GO !
 
1 OWNER CLEAN PEARL WHITE NISSAN MAXIMA WITH 18K MILES!  
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS NISSAN MAXIMA COMES WITH FACTORY 36 MONTHS OR 36,000 MILES WARRANTY FROM NISSAN USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
HID XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
POWER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM BOSE SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM SAT RADIO WITH USB IPOD CONNECT
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
KEYLESS START GO
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 18”  WHEELS
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful PEARL WHITE on
TAN CLOTH WITH PREMIUM TRIM Interior!!
 
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NADA RETAIL $ 24,500
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 19,980
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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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Houston TX 77031
 
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POWER SUNROOF!
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PREMIUM CLOTH INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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KEYLESS GO!
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18K ORIGINAL MILES!
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?AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION!
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POWER SEATS!
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?SPACIOUS 5 PASSENGER SEATING!
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AMPLE LEG ROOM!
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LOTS OF 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:
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Accent Color Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Chrome Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Chrome Accents
    Comfort:
    • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Air Filtration
    • Cargo Area Light
    • Aluminum Door Sill Trim
    • Carpet Floors
    • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
    • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
    • 2 Number of Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
    • Front and Rear Reading Lights
    • Leather Shift Knob Trim
    • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
    Convenience:
    • Front and Rear Assist Handle
    • Front Bottle Holders
    • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
    • Cruise Control
    • Front and Rear Cupholders
    • Light Glove Compartment
    • Lockable Glove Compartment
    • Hands-Free Multi-Function Remote With Keyless Ignition Multi-Function Remote
    • Intelligent Key Multi-Function Remote
    • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
    • Center Console Power Outlet(s)
    • Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
    • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
    • Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
    • Remote Trunk Release
    • Retained Accessory Power
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
    • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
    • Accessory Hook
    • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
    • Front Seatback
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • Braking Assist
    • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
    • 12.6 Front Brake Diameter
    • 1.1 Front Brake Width
    • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
    • Diameter 26 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
    • Front Strut Tower Bar
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
    • Power
    • 12.13 Rear Brake Diameter
    • .63 Rear Brake Width
    • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
    • Diameter 21 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
    • Independent Rear Suspension
    • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
    • Electronic Stability Control
    • Traction Control
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Diversity Antenna
    • Element Antenna
    • Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
    • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
    • Clock
    • Digital Odometer
    • External Temperature Display
    • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
    • Hands-Free Communication System
    • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
    • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Tachometer
    • 8 Total Number of Speakers
    • Trip Computer
    • 2 Trip Odometer
    • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
    • Low Oil Level Warnings and Reminders
    • Low Washer Fluid Warnings and Reminders
    Exterior:
    • Ambient Lighting
    • Courtesy Console Lights
    • Footwell Lights
    • Auto On/Off Headlights
    • Dusk Sensing Headlights
    • Led Tail and Brake Lights
    Rims / Tires:
    • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
    • Temporary Spare Tire Size
    • Steel Spare Wheel
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tire
    • Alloy Wheel
    Roof / Glass:
    • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
    • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Lockout Button
    • One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof
    • Power Glass Moonroof
    • Sliding Sunshade Moonroof
    • Tilt/Slide Moonroof
    • 2 One-Touch Windows
    • Remote Operation Power Windows
    • Rear Defogger
    • Solar-Tinted Glass
    • Windshield Sunshade
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
    • Alarm With Remote Anti-Theft System
    • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
    • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
    • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
    • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
    • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Power Door Locks
    • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
    • Front Side Airbags
    • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
    • Dual Illuminating With Sliding Extensions Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • Folding Center Armrest
    • With Cupholders Center Armrest
    • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
    • Split Folding Folding
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
    • Height Adjustable
    • 4 Power Adjustments
    • 8 Power Adjustments
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Warning Sensor
    • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
    • 60-40 Split Bench Seating

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Exterior:
    • Splash Guards
      Appearance /
        Interior:
      • Floor Mats and Trunk Mat
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        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
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        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. 
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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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