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2010 Toyota Sienna Le 7-pass Power Doors Auto Alloys Prem Sound 3zone Ac Clean ! on 2040-cars

US $14,980.00
Year:2010 Mileage:82140 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2010 Toyota Sienna LE 7-Passenger 4-Door Van
Exterior Color:     White Interior Color:     Gray Stock Number:309801
Mileage:82,140 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5TDKK4CC1AS309801 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
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2010 Toyota Sienna LE
 
POWER SIDE DOORS ! ALLOY WHEELS ! TRI-ZONE AC
3RD ROW  STOW-N-GO SEATS !
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
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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
HID HEADLIGHTS
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
HOMELINK
ROOF RACK
LIFTGATE
POWER SLIDING SIDE DOORS
POWERFUL 3.5 LITER V6
REMOTE KEY
POWER PREMIUM CLOTH SEATS
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
MP3
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
TRACTION CONTROL
TINTED WINDOWS
REAR PRIVACY GLASS
2ND ROW REMOVABLE CAPTAINS CHAIRS
3RD ROW STOW-N-GO
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful WHITE on
PREMIUM GRAY CLOTH WITH DARK GRAY TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 41,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 16,600
NADA RETAIL $ 17,500

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 14,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a TOYOTA SIENNA LE 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
281-657-7293

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE TOYOTA SIENNA, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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PRIVACY GLASS
 
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LIFTGATE
 
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HID HEADLIGHTS
 
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HIGH BACKED BUCKET SEATS
 
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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
 
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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM
 
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2ND ROW REMOVABLE CAPTIANS CHAIRS
 
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3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER/STOW-N-GO
 
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REAR CARGO SPACE
 
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POWERFUL 3.5 LITER V6 ENGINE
 
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16’ 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 Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Black Mirror Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Chrome Accents
    Comfort:
    • Air Filtration
    • Cargo Area Light
    • Front Air Conditioning
    • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
    • 2 Number of Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
    • Front and Rear Reading Lights
    • Rear Air Conditioning
    • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
    Convenience:
    • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
    • 10 Cupholders
    • Front, Rear and Third Row Cupholders
    • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
    • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
    • Three 12V Power Outlet(s)
    • Power Steering
    • Remote Trunk Release
    • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
    • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
    • Seatback Storage
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • Braking Assist
    • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
    • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
    • 11.65 Front Brake Diameter
    • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
    • Coil Springs Front Spring
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
    • 11.46 Rear Brake Diameter
    • Disc Rear Brakes
    • Coil Springs Rear Spring
    • Semi-Independent Rear Suspension
    • Torsion Bar Rear Suspension
    • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
    • Stability Control
    • Traction Control
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Mast Antenna
    • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
    • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Tachometer
    • 6 Total Number of Speakers
    • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
    • Low Oil Level Warnings and Reminders
    • Maintenance Reminder Warnings and Reminders
    Exterior:
    • Auto Off Headlights
    • Fixed Liftgate Window
    • Liftgate Rear Door
    Rims / Tires:
    • Underbody Mount Location
    • Steel Rim
    • Temporary Tires
    • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tires
    • Full Wheel Covers
    Roof / Glass:
    • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Power Windows
    • Rear Defogger
    • Intermittent Rear Wiper
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
    • Conversation Mirror
    • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
    • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Power Door Locks
    • Front Side Airbags
    • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
    • Steel Body Panels
    Seating:
    • Folding
    • Captains Chairs Front Seats
    • Height Adjustable
    • 4 Power Adjustments
    • 6 Power Adjustments
    • With Independent Controls Rear Heat
    • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
    • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • 3-Point Belt Third Row Center Seatbelt
    • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
    • Cloth Upholstery

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Carpet Floor Mats
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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`.
      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 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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