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US $17,480.00
Year:2012 Mileage:44540 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2012 Ford Escape Limited 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Toreador Red Metallic Interior Color:     Charcoal Black Stock Number:B82872
Mileage:44,540 Engine:I4 2.5L OHV Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1FMCU0E75CKB82872 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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2012 FORD ESCAPE LIMITED ! 1 OWNER CLEAN CARFAX ! 44K LOW MILES ! 
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2012 Ford Escape Limited
 
SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! PREMIUM ALLOYS ! HALOGENS !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
PREMIUM MS SYNC SOUND SYSTEM !
 
 
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1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED FORD ESCAPE LIMITED
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL ESCAPE COMES WITH FACTORY 60 MONTHS OR 60,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY STILL ACTIVE
FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY  !!

 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER WITH GRAY TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
LIMITED EDITION
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH LUMBAR
PREMIUM MS SYNC SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT AUX USB
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ROOF RACK
CARGO COVER

 
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful TOREADOR RED on
BLACK LEATHER WITH 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 $ 28,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 18,609
NADA RETAIL $ 19,950

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 17,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a FORD ESCAPE LIMITED 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
281-506-8808

So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE FORD ESCAPE LIMITED, 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
 
DOOR TO DOOR SHIPPING AVAILABLE ASK FOR A QUOTE !
We Export For Canadian Customers
Email:
sales@ultimatems.com
Call
281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
Additional Photos
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TINTED WINDOWS ! 
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NICE CLEAN INTERIOR ! 
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POWER SUNROOF!
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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44K ORIGINAL MILES!
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PREM IUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH MS SYNC ! CD CHANGER AM FM SAT ! HEATED SEATS!
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POWER SEATS!
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SPACIOUS 5 PASSENGER SEATING!
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PLENTY OF LEG ROOM!
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AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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PREMIUM 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 /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Chrome Roof Rack Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Chrome Accents
    Comfort:
    • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Cargo Area Light
    • Carpet Floor Mats
    • Front and Rear Floor Mats
    • Front Air Conditioning
    • Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
    • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
    • 2 Number of Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
    • Front Reading Lights
    • Alloy Shift Knob Trim
    • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
    Convenience:
    • Capless Fuel Filler System
    • Hard Cargo Cover
    • Front Console With Storage
    • Cruise Control
    • Front and Rear Cupholders
    • Keypad Keyless Entry
    • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
    • Overhead Console With Storage
    • 12V Power Outlet(s)
    • Front and Rear Power Outlet(s)
    • Power Steering
    • Retained Accessory Power
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Voice Recognition Controls Controls
    • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
    • Cargo Area Under Floor
    • Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
    • Door Pockets - Front
    • Front Seatback
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • 3.51 Axle Ratio
    • Braking Assist
    • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
    • Lower Control Arms Front Arm
    • 11.9 Front Brake Diameter
    • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
    • Coil Springs Front Spring
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
    • Lateral Links Rear Arm
    • 10.0 Rear Brake Diameter
    • Drum Rear Brakes
    • Coil Springs Rear Spring
    • Independent Rear Suspension
    • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
    • Roll Stability Control
    • Stability Control
    • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
    • Traction Control
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Mast Antenna
    • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
    • Compass
    • External Temperature Display
    • Single Disc In-Dash CD
    • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
    • Multi-Function Display
    • AM/FM Radio
    • Sync Satellite Communications
    • Sirius Satellite Radio
    • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
    • Tachometer
    • 6 Total Number of Speakers
    • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
    Exterior:
    • Ambient Lighting
    • Exterior Entry Lights
    • Front Fog Lights
    • Auto Delay Off Headlights
    • Dusk Sensing Headlights
    • Manual Flip-Up Liftgate Window
    • Liftgate Rear Door
    Rims / Tires:
    • Underbody Mount Location
    • Aluminum Rim
    • Temporary Tires
    • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tires
    Roof / Glass:
    • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
    • 1 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Privacy Glass
    • Rear Defogger
    • Intermittent Rear Wiper
    • With Crossbars Roof Rack
    Safety:
    • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
    • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
    • 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
    • Post-Collision Safety System Impact Sensor
    • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Remote Power Door Locks
    • Mykey Programmable Safety Key
    • Front Side Airbags
    • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
    • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
    • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • Split Folding Folding
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
    • Multi-Level Heating Heated
    • Height Adjustable
    • 4 Manual Adjustments
    • 6 Power Adjustments
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
    • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
    • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
    • Leather Upholstery

    Installed Options
    Appearance /
      Interior:
    • Cargo Area Protector
      Package:
      • Equipment Group 300A
        Rims / Tires:
        • 16 In. Bright Machined Aluminum Wheels
        • Full Size Spare Wheel and Tire
        • P225/65R17 Bsw All-Season Tires
        Safety:
        • Vehicle Security System
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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
          Map of Ultimate Motorsports at 10311 Altonbury Lane, Houston, TX 77031
          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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