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US $27,480.00
Year:2008 Mileage:90151 Color: Gray /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
For Sale By:Dealer
Engine:V8 4L DOHC
Fuel Type:GAS
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: WBSWD93518PY43131
Year: 2008
Make: BMW
Doors: 2
Model: M3
Fuel: Gasoline
Drivetrain: RWD
Mileage: 90,151
Trim: Base Coupe 2-Door
Sub Model: Coupe SMG
Drive Type: RWD
Exterior Color: Gray
Number of Cylinders: 8
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: No

2008 BMW M3 Coupe SMG 2-Door Coupe
Exterior Color:     Space Gray Metallic Interior Color:     Black Novillo Leather Stock Number:Y43131
Mileage:90,151 Engine:V8 4L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:WBSWD93518PY43131
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2008 BMW M3!
Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2008 BMW M3 Coupe
 
NAVIGATION ! CARBON FIBER ROOF ! LEATHER !  BLACK ALLOYS ! XENONS !
PREMIUM L7 SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
SPOILER ! SMG TRANSMISSION
KEYLESS START GO ! PREMIUM PACKAGE
 
 
CLEAN LOADED BMW M3 COUPE  
 
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS AND PADDLE SHIFTERS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND CARBON FIBER TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
DUAL CLUTCH DCT SYSTEM
CARBON FIBER ROOF
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM L7 SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM BLACK ALLOY 18”  SPORTS WHEELS
SMG TRANSMISSION
REAR SPOILER
SPORTS PACKAGE
PREMIUM PACKAGE
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful SPACE GRAY METALLIC on
BLACK LEATHER WITH FULL CARBON FIBER TRIM  Interior!!
 
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KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 29,955
NADA RETAIL $ 32,950
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 27,480
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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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CARBON FIBER ROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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KEYLESS GO!
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NAVIGATION KEEPS YOU ON TRACK!
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?BLUETOOTH!
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DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL AND HEATED SEATS!
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POWER HEATED SEATS!
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PLENTY OF LEG ROOM!
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?AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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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:
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Front Spoiler
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Rear Spoiler
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Aluminum Door Sill Trim
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Residual Heat Distribution
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Front Door Pockets
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Glovebox Rechargeable Flashlight
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Front Seatback
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 14.2 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Rear Limited Slip Differential
  • Auxiliary Oil Cooler
  • 13.8 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Digital Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD-Controller
  • External Temperature Display
  • Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Pre-Wired For Phone Phone
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Sirius Ready Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • 10 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Adaptive Headlights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Cornering Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Self-Leveling Headlights
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Adaptive Brakelights Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Performance Tire
  • Chrome Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Front and Rear Head Airbags
  • Heated Door Locks
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Battery Disconnect Impact Sensor
  • Door Unlock Impact Sensor
  • Fuel Cut-Off Impact Sensor
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Rolling Code Remote and Key Rolling Code Security
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Sport Front Seats
  • 6 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
  • Lumbar Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
  • Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
  • 2 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • With Independent Controls Rear Seat Heat
  • Split Folding Rear Seat
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Leather/Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Metallic Paint
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Carbon Leather Interior Trim
      Drivetrain /
        Suspension:
      • Electronic Damping Control
        Entertainment /
          Telematics:
        • BMW Assist
        • Enhanced Premium Sound
        • Hd Radio
        • Navigation System
        • Satellite Radio
        Package:
        • Cold Weather Package
        • Premium Package
        • Technology Package
        Seating:
        • Heated Front Seats
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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. 
          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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