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US $20,480.00
Year:2012 Mileage:26132 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Granite Metallic Interior Color:     Light Titanium/Jet Black Stock Number:311512
Mileage:26,132 Engine:I4 2.4L DOHC Fuel:Flex-fuel
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:2GNALFEK8C6311512
2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ - Photo 1 - Houston, TX 77031
2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LTZ LOADED

 
Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ
 
SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! PDC !  ALLOYS ! XENONS ! REAR SPOILER !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE REAR CAMERA ! ECOTEC !
PIONEER SOUND SYSTEM LTZ PACKAGE !
 

 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED CHEVROLET EQUINOX !
 
ADTHIS EQUINOX LTZ COMES WITH FCATORY 36 MONTHS OR 36,000 MILES WARRANTY !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
POWERLIFTGATE
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER WITH ALUMINUM TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ON STAR EQUIPPED
LTZ PACKAGE
ECOTEC 2.4 LITER 4 CYLINDER
GAS SAVER
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PIONEER SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM
MP3 XM RADIO
REAR CAMERA
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
CHROME ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS /PRIVACY GLASS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
ROOF RACK
REAR SPOILER
3 REMOTE KEYS WITH BOOK
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLACK GRANITE METALLIC on
LIGHT TITANIUM/BLACK LEATHER WITH ALUMINUM TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 38,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 25,047
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 20,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a CHEVROLET EQUINOX LTZ 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 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LTZ , then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

LOW BUY-IT-NOW or MAKE AN OFFER!!!
 
WE FINANCE ! APPLY ONLINE FOR AUTO LOANS AS LOW AS 2.99%

FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CONTACT @ (281) 506-8808
or email sales
 
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Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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ROOF RACK  !!
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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL !
 
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PRIVACY GLASS !!
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XENON HEADLIGHTS !!
 
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PIONEER SOUND SYSTEM!!!
 
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TOP LOADED LTZ TRIM !!!
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POWER SLIDING SUNROOF !!
 
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR !!!
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BLUE TOOTH EQUIPPED !!!
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LOW MILES !!!
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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS !!
 
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DUAL ZONE AC HEAT!!!
 
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2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ - Photo 25 - Houston, TX 77031
XM RADIO!!
 
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 REAR BACK UP CAMERA!!!
 
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PREMIUM SOUND!!!
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HEATED LEATHER SEATS!!!
 
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POWER SEATS !!!
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ON STAR EQUIPPED!!!
 
2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ - Photo 47 - Houston, TX 77031
POWER LIFTGATE !!!
 
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REAR CARGO SPACE!!!
 
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2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ - Photo 52 - Houston, TX 77031
2.4 LITER 4 CYLINDER GAS SAVER!!!
 
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18’ CHROME WHEELS!!!
 
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BOOK WITH 3 REMOTE KEYS!!!
 
2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ - Photo 56 - Houston, TX 77031
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
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Chrome Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Black Rocker Panel Color
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Rear Center Armrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Keyless, Illuminated Entry and Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • 4 Total Power Outlet(s)
  • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rear View Monitor
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Front Seatback
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.23 Axle Ratio
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • 12.6 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.18 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Power
  • 11.9 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.78 Rear Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Mast Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Compass
  • Driver Information System
  • External Temperature Display
  • Hands-Free Communication System
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Onstar W/Turn-By-Turn Navigation Satellite Communications
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 7 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Odometer
  • 2 Trip Odometer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 250 Watts
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Mount Location
  • Aluminum Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Variable Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rack
  • Tinted
Safety:
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Spotter Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Anti-Lockout Feature Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • Reclining
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather-Appointed Upholstery
  • Perforated Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Black Granite Metallic Paint
  • License Plate Bracket
Engine:
  • E85 Flex Fuel Capable
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Chevrolet Mylink
      Package:
      • Protection Package
        Rims / Tires:
        • 18 X 7.5 Inch Aluminum Chrome Clad Wheels
          Roof / Glass:
          • Power Tilt-Sliding Sunroof
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            WE SHIP AND EXPORT WORLDWIDE
            GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
            Canadian Customers Welcome
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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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