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US $15,480.00
Year:2012 Mileage:83420 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2012 Volvo S60 T5 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     Silver Metallic Interior Color:     Off Black with Anthracite Black Stock Number:077448
Mileage:83,420 Engine:I5 2.5L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:YV1622FS4C2077448 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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2012 VOLVO S60 T5 !
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Volvo S60 T5 Premium
 
 SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM ! PDC
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
BLIS BLIND SPOT ASSIST !
 
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:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
BLIND SPOT ASISST
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 17”  WHEELS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SILVER METALLIC on
OFF BLACK LEATHER Interior!!
 
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Original $ 32,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 18,499
NADA RETAIL $ 19,900
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 15,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
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If You are Looking for a VOLVO S60 T5 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 VOLVO S60 T5, 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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Email:
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281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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TINTED WINDOWS !

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL !

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BEAUTIFUL S60  !

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POWER WINDOWS ! LOCKS ! MIRRORS !

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BLIS BLIND SPOT ASSIST !

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NICE INTERIOR !

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POWER SLIDING SUNROOF !

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TELESCOPING STEERING WITH CONTROLS !

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PUSH BUTTON KEYLESS GO !

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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !

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HEATED SEATS !

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CLEAN REAR SEATS !

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PREMIUM UPGRADE 17" 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 /
  Interior:
  • Aluminum Accents
  • 15 Steering Ratio
  • 2.7 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Foldable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Power Adjustable Headrests Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Front Center Armrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Alloy and Leather Center Console Trim
  • Alloy Dash Trim
  • Alloy and Leather Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Fixed Headrests Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather and Alloy Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Light Glove Compartment
  • Lockable Glove Compartment
  • Includes Audio System
  • Includes Climate Control
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Controls Doors, Trunk, Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • Controls Fuel Filler Multi-Function Remote
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 3 Number of Drivers
  • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
  • Sun Visors
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.20 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Auto Off Electronic Parking Brake
  • Emergency Braking Preparation
  • 11.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Multi-Link Front Suspension
  • Power
  • 11.9 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Regenerative Braking System
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Touring Suspension
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Ipod/Iphone Integration Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Driver Information System
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Single CD/DVD In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Hd Radio Radio
  • Sirius Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • 8 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Front Video Monitor Location
  • 7 Video Monitor Size
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 160 Watts
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Security Approach Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Auto-Off Rear Fog Lights
  • Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • 5 Wheel Spokes
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • 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
  • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Rolling Code Key Rolling Code Security
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Active Head Restraint
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Storage and Pass-Thru Center Armrest
  • With Cupholders Center Armrest
  • Split Folding Folding
  • Folds Flat
  • Sport Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Height Adjustable
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Front and Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Silver Metallic
    Package:
    • Climate Package
    • Premium Package
    Rims / Tires:
    • 17 Inch Njord Alloy Wheels
      Safety:
      • Blind Spot Information System
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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
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        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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