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Clean Autocheck Hybrid 40+mpg White Heated Seats Auto Prem Sound Alloys Warranty on 2040-cars

US $17,480.00
Year:2013 Mileage:39538 Color: White /
 Gray
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I4 2.4L
Fuel Type:ELECTRIC/GAS
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: KMHEC4A40DA064900
Year: 2013
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Hyundai
Model: Sonata
Trim: Hybrid Sedan 4-Door
Drive Type: FWD
Mileage: 39,538
Warranty: Vehicle has an existing warranty
Sub Model: Hybrid
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: White
Fuel: Hybrid
Interior Color: Gray
Drivetrain: FWD

2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     Porcelain White Pearl Interior Color:     Gray Stock Number:064900
Mileage:39,538 Engine:I4 2.4L Fuel:Hybrid
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Existing Warranty Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:KMHEC4A40DA064900 AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
 
PREMIUM CLOTH !  XENONS !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE !
KEYLESS GO ! HYBRID !
 
1 OWNER 39K ORIGINAL MILES !

40MPG HYBRID GAS SAVER ! WOW !



CLEAN AUTOCHECK NO ACCIDENTS
CLICK ON AUTOCHECK LOGO ABOVE FOR FREE FULL REPORT !
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL SONATA HYBRID COMES WITH FACTORY 60 MONTHS OR 60,000 MILES WARRANTY FORM HYUNDAI USA  !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
XENON HEADLIGHTS
TELESCOPING  STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYLESS START GO
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
SOLAR TINTED WINDOWS
BOOK WITH KEYS
POWER PREMIUM CLOTH HEATED SEATS WITH LUMBAR 
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO
USB AUX IPOD CONNECT WITH BLUETOOTH
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
2.4 LITER 4 CYLINDER ENGINE
HYBRID SYSTEM
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful PORECELAIN WHITE PEARL on
PREMIUM GRAY CLOTH 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 $ 28,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 22,640

OUR BUY IT NOW $ 17,480
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL  !!!
 
 
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If You are Looking for a HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 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!!!
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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PREMIUM CLOTH INTERIOR!
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TILT STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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?BLUETOOTH!
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?DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL!
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USB AND AUX PORT!
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HEATED 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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Contact Information
Name: Sales Department Main Phone: (281) 506-8808 Alt. Phone: (281) 657-7293
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Chrome Body Side Moldings
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Chrome Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Chrome Accents
  • Metallic-Tone Accents
  • 14.5 Steering Ratio
  • 2.94 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Air Filtration
  • Scuff Plate Door Sill Trim
  • Leather Door Trim
  • Carpet Floors
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • 4 Bottle Holders
  • Dual Level
  • 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
  • Proximity Entry System Multi-Function Remote
  • Trunk Release Multi-Function Remote
  • Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering 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
  • Tool Kit
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.32 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 11.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Diameter 24 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 11.2 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Diameter 15 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Twin Tube Shock
  • 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
  • Electroluminescent Instrumentation
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Handsfreelink With Phonebook Import Phone
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • Trip Computer
  • Trip Odometer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
  • Low Oil Level Warnings and Reminders
  • Tire Pressure Warning Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Led Headlights
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Led Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Spare Tire Kit
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Speed Sensitive Front Wipers
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Illuminated Power Window Switches
  • Lockout Button
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Alarm With Remote Anti-Theft System
  • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Emergency Interior Trunk Release
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Folding Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Hood Buckling Creases
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Heated Driver Seat
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • 2 Front Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated Passenger Seat
  • Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
  • 3 Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • With Cupholders Rear Seat Center Armrest
  • Vents 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
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Carpeted Floor Mats
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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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    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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