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US $13,980.00
Year:2010 Mileage:35717 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2010 Saab 9-3 2.0T SportWagon 4-Door Wagon
Exterior Color:     Nocturne Blue Metallic Interior Color:     BIEGE Stock Number:610230
Mileage:35,717 Engine:I4 2L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:YS3FA5CY5A1610230 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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2010 SAAB 9-3 2.0T SPORT WAGON
1 OWNER 35K ORIGINAL LOW MILES !
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2010 Saab 9-3 2.0T Combi Sport Wagon
 
 
LEATHER ! WOOD !  ALLOYS ! XENONS !
TURBOCHARGED ! SPOILER !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORTS
 
1 OWNER 35K ORIGINAL LOW MILES
 
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 !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
XENON HEADLIGHTS
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
REAR SPOILER
POWER LEATHER SEATS
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
CARGO COVER
2.0 LITER TURBO
REMOTE KEY
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful NOCTURNE BLUE METALLIC on
BEIGE 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 $ 44,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 15,669
nada retail $ 16,025

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 13,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
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281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a SAAB 9-3 TURBO WAGON 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!

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Good Luck & Happy Bidding!!!
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE SAAB 9-3 TURBO WAGON, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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BEAUTIFUL NOCTURNE BLUE METALLIC

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SOLAR TITNTED WINDOWS
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XENON HEADLIGHTS

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BEAUTIFUL CLEAN INTERIOR ! 
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FULL LEATHER POWER SEATS ! 
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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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35K ORIGINAL LOW MILES

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WOOD TRIM INTERIOR

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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM

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AUTO TRANSMISSION ! 
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LEATHER POWER SEATS

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PREMIUM LEATHER

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REAR CARGO SPACE
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2.0 LITER TURBO

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16' ALLOY WHEELS

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REMOTE KEY

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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
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Front License Plate Bracket
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 16.0 Steering Ratio
  • 2.97 Turns Lock-To-Lock
  • Wood-Tone Accents
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Cooled Storage Compartment Beverage Cooler
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Simulated Wood Center Console Trim
  • Simulated Wood Dash Trim
  • Simulated Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floors
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • Leather and Wood Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Light Glove Compartment
  • Includes Climate Control
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • Two 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
  • Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 11.14 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 10.87 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Audio Security System
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Gray Metallic Gauges Color
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Onstar Satellite Communications
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Trip Odometer
  • Warnings and Reminders
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 150 Watts
Exterior:
  • Courtesy Console Lights
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
  • Rear Fog Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Mount Location
  • Alloy Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
  • 14 Wheel Spokes
Roof / Glass:
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Front Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • Side Window Defogger
  • Tinted
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Manual Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather-Appointed Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Nocturne Blue Metallic
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Bose Surround Sound System
    • Onstar
    Package:
    • Comfort Package
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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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      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`.
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      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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