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Year:2012 Mileage:75508 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2012 Chevrolet Equinox LS 32+MPG ECOTEC 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Interior Color:     Light Titanium/Jet Black Stock Number:293817
Mileage:75,508 Engine:I4 2.4L DOHC Fuel:Flex-fuel
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:2GNALBEK3C6293817 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED 2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Chevrolet Equinox LS
 
AUTO TRANSMISSION ! ALUMINUM TRIM !
 PREMIUM ALLOYS ! SPOILER !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORT
 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS
32+ MPG GAS SAVER ECOTEC ENGINE ! 

 
THIS BEAUTIFUL CHEVROLET EQUINOX COMES WITH FACTORY 60 MONTHS OR 100,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY FROM CHEVROLET  !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
LIFT GATE
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
PREMIUM CLOTH AND ALUMINUM TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ON STAR EQUIPPED
REAR SPOILER
REMOTE KEY
POWER PREMIUM CLOTH SEATS WITH RECLINE AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM SAT USB AUX
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ECOTEC WITH FLEX FUEL
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLACK on
GRAY PREMIUM CLOTH WITH ALUMINUM TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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Original $ 25,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
NADA RETAIL $ 17,600
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 14,980
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If You are Looking for a CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS with all the options with LOW MILES, You Don't Have to Look any Further!!!
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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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Only at ULTIMATE MOTORSPORT !!
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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BEAUTIFUL BLACK

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HALOGEN HEAD LIGHTS

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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ON STAR EQUIPPED

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PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM

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PREMIUM CLOTH

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LIFTGATE WITH REAR CARGO SPACE

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2.4 LITER 4 CYLINDER ENGINE WITH FLEX FUEL

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17' 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 Door Handle Color
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Black 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
  • Vinyl 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Odometer
  • 2 Trip Odometer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 80 Watts
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • 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
  • Tinted
Safety:
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Spotter Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • 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
  • Height Adjustable
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • Reclining
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • License Plate Bracket
    Engine:
    • E85 Flex Fuel Capable
      Fleet:
      • Deep Tinted Glass
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        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
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        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.
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        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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