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US $18,480.00
Year:2013 Mileage:34569 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I4 2.4L
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: KM8JU3AC0DU557004
Year: 2013
Make: Hyundai
Model: Tucson
Mileage: 34,569
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Sub Model: Limited
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: FWD

2013 Hyundai Tucson Limited 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Black Interior Color:     Tan Stock Number:557004
Mileage:34,569 Engine:I4 2.4L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
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Vehicle Description
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2013 Hyundai Tucson
Limited
 
TWO TONE LEATHER !  ALLOYS !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
KEYLESS START GO ! AUTO !
 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED TUCSON LIMITED  WITH 34K ORIGINAL MILES!  
 
CLEAN CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS
CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL HYUNDAI TUCSON COMES WITH FACTORY 60 MONTHS OR 60,000 MILES WARRANTY STILL ACTIVE !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL TWO TONE LEATHER INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
KEYLESS START GO
POWER HEATED TWO TONE  LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO WITH USB IPOD CONNECT
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 18”  WHEELS
ROOF RACK
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful BLACK OBSIDIAN on
TAN AND BROWN TWO TONE LEATHER Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 32,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 20,989
NADA RETAIL $ 22,525
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 18,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a HYUNDAI TUCSON 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
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE HYUNDAI TUCSON LIMITED, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Email:
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Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
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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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34K ORIGINAL MILES!
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DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL AND BLUETOOTH!
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HEATED SEATS!
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USB AND AUX PORT!
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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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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:
  • Black Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
  • Black Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 15.9 Steering Ratio
  • 2.96 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Floor Mat
  • Leatherette Door Trim
  • Carpet Floors
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • 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
  • Light Glove Compartment
  • Lockable Glove Compartment
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Power Steering
  • Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
  • Remote Trunk Release
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • In Dash
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Hill Descent Control Braking Assist
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 11.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.1 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Diameter 25 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 10.3 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.39 Rear Brake Width
  • Solid Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Diameter 18 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Mast Antenna
  • Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • MP3 Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Clock
  • Digital Odometer
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Trip Odometer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
  • Low Oil Level Warnings and Reminders
  • 160 Watts
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Door Courtesy Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Front and Rear Reading Lights
  • Liftgate Rear Door
  • Led Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Illuminated Power Window Switches
  • Lockout Button
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Doors, Quarters and Liftgate Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Silver Roof Rails
  • Front Solar-Tinted Glass
  • Windshield Tinted
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Remote Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Hood Buckling Creases
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating With Sliding Extensions Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Heated Driver Seat
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Multi-Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated Passenger Seat
  • 3 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • With Cupholders Rear Seat Center Armrest
  • With Independent Controls Rear Seat Heat
  • 60-40 Split Bench Rear Seat
  • Split Folding Rear Seat
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Warning Sensor
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts

Installed Options
Rims / Tires:
  • Wheel Locks
    Roof / Glass:
    • Roof Rack Cross Rails
      Safety:
      • First Aid Kit
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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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