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12 Qx 56 Qx56 Loaded 1 Owner Florida Navigation Theater Package 2013 2011 2014 on 2040-cars

US $46,194.00
Year:2012 Mileage:42886 Color: Gray /
 Tan
Location:

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:V8 5.6L DOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: JN8AZ2NF6C9517004
Year: 2012
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Infiniti
Model: QX56
Trim: Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Limited
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 42,886
Sub Model: Heated & cooled seats - Bose Surround Sound
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Gray
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: RWD

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL 2012 INFINITY QX56 / LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY / SEATING FOR 7 / SECOND ROW CAPTAINS CHAIRS / REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT / HEATED FRONT AND BACK SEATS / COOLED FRONT SEATS
2012 Infiniti QX56 Heated & cooled seats - Bose Surround Sound 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Platinum Graphite Interior Color:     Wheat Stock Number:N50A
Mileage:Only 42,886! Engine:V8 5.6L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:JN8AZ2NF6C9517004 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL 2012 INFINITY QX56 / LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY / SEATING FOR 7 / SECOND ROW CAPTAINS CHAIRS / REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT / HEATED FRONT AND BACK SEATS / COOLED FRONT SEATS / HEATED STEERING WHEEL / POWER FOLDING CAPTAINS CHAIRS / SUNROOF / POWER TAILGATE / ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL / AND SO MUCH MORE!

 This is a 1 Owner - Florida purchased Florida driven vehicle and has never been exposed to the harsh roads, winters, snow, mountains or any of the overall rough driving conditions of up north. It's CarFax certified and in excellent condition.

Introduction

"Nothing succeeds like excess," Oscar Wilde said, and he could have been describing the 2012 Infiniti QX. That's because Infiniti's full-size SUV flagship is the quintessential cup-runneth-over by just about every measure you'd care to name.

Last year's complete redesign saw the QX move to its own unique platform (previous models were built on the platform of the Nissan Armada pickup), a move that improved its handling and overall refinement and put it on a more level playing field with the competition. Powertrain upgrades included a significant bump in horsepower, a seven-speed automatic transmission and a new full-time four-wheel-drive system.

The QX's seven- or eight-passenger interior is downright posh, with high-quality materials and a mind-boggling array of available technology, notably a Blind Spot Intervention system that not only sounds an alert if the QX begins to drift out of its lane, but also gently guides it back between the lines if the driver fails to take corrective action.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2012 Infiniti QX is a full-size luxury SUV with seating for seven passengers. 

Standard features include 20-inch alloy wheels, automatic bi-xenon headlights, foglights, a sunroof, running boards, rear privacy glass, a power liftgate and front and rear parking sensors. Inside you'll find keyless entry/ignition, automatic tri-zone climate control, leather upholstery, a heated 10-way-adjustable driver seat with memory (eight-way for the front passenger), second-row captain's chairs, a power-folding 60/40-split third-row seat, a 360-degree parking camera, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a power tilt-and-telescoping heated steering wheel. Electronic features include Bluetooth phone connectivity with streaming audio, a voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic and a 13-speaker Bose sound system with a CD player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and a USB/iPod interface.

 The Theater package adds a rear seat dual-screen video entertainment system, a 120-volt household-type power outlet and heated second-row seats with a power tip-up feature for easier third-row access. From there you can add the Split Bench Seat package, which replaces the second-row captain's chairs and center console with a 60/40 split-folding bench that increases seating capacity from seven to eight.

The Deluxe Touring package adds 22-inch wheels (available separately) as well as Infiniti's Hydraulic Body Motion Control suspension, headlight washers, an upgraded climate control system with air purification/filtration, heated and ventilated front seats, upgraded leather upholstery and special wood trim and a 15-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system. 

Powertrains and Performance

Motivating the 2012 Infiniti QX is a 5.6-liter V8 that produces 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque. A seven-speed automatic is the only transmission offered and features manual shift control with rev-matched downshifts. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with four-wheel drive (with low-range gearing) available as an option. Properly equipped, the QX is capable of towing up to 8,500 pounds and features a tow/haul mode for the transmission as well as an automatic-leveling rear suspension.

Safety

The 2012 Infiniti QX comes with a full complement of safety features including stability and traction control, antilock brakes, front-seat side-impact airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and front active head restraints.

The QX's ability to protect its occupants can be enhanced with the bevy of additional features in the Technology package. These include a lane-departure warning and prevention system, collision alert, brake assist (which applies the brakes to reduce damage if the driver does not slow the vehicle) and a blind-spot warning system.

In Edmunds testing, the QX came to a halt from 60 mph in only 123 feet, which is a figure we're more accustomed to seeing from a much lighter passenger car. For an SUV of this size, it's nothing less than outstanding.

Interior Design and Special Features

Inside its cabin, the 2012 Infiniti QX is every bit as luxurious as any high-end sedan. The collection of standard and available technology here is enough to make your head spin, though bright gauges, a huge 8.0-inch dash-mounted touchscreen and thoughtfully laid-out control placement makes everything more user-friendly than you might imagine. Particularly useful is the 360-degree parking camera system that stitches together images from four separate cameras to create a top-down view of the vehicle -- something that can be a huge help when negotiating tight spaces in this very large vehicle. 

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Contact Information
Coral Preowned   — Main Phone: (888) 603-7113 Email: sales@coralpreowned.com
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Front Spoiler
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Mudguards
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
  • Body Color Running Boards
  • Skid Plate(s)
  • Chrome Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Leather Accents
  • 19.7 Steering Ratio
  • 3.5 Turns Lock-To-Lock
  • Wood-Tone Accents
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Third Row Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Stainless Steel Door Sill Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Rear Air Conditioning
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Rear Console With Armrest and Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Cupholders
  • Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
  • Power Driver Seat and Steering Wheel Easy Entry
  • Lockable Glove Compartment
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Includes Steering Wheel
  • Push-Button Start Keyless Ignition
  • Hands-Free Multi-Function Remote With Keyless Ignition Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 2.94 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • 13.8 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.18 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Double Wishbone Rear Suspension
  • 13.8 Rear Brake Diameter
  • 0.79 Rear Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Tow/Haul Mode
  • Traction Control
  • Class Iv Trailer Hitch
  • 7-Pin Trailer Wiring
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Element Antenna
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Audio/Video Input Auxiliary Jacks
  • Driver Information System
  • Electroluminescent Instrumentation
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • 9.3Gb Hard Drive
  • Single CD/DVD In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Hard Drive Navigation System W/Voice Activation Navigation System
  • Touch Screen Display Navigation System
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • Bose Premium Brand
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Real Time Traffic
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 2 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 13 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • Maintenance Reminder Warnings and Reminders
  • Wireless Connectivity
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Auto On/Off Headlights
  • Hid Headlights
  • Manual Flip-Up Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
  • Led Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Full-Size Spare Tire Size
  • Aluminum Alloy Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • Performance Tire
  • 7 Wheel Spokes
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • Anti-Trapping Feature Moonroof
  • One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof
  • Power Glass Moonroof
  • Sliding Sunshade Moonroof
  • Tilt Moonroof
  • Tinted Moonroof
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Remote Operation Power Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Doors, Quarters and Liftgate Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rails
  • Front Solar-Tinted Glass
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • Alarm With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Automatic Hazard Warning Lights
  • 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
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Hood Buckling Creases
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Front and Rear Parking Sensors
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Anti-Lockout Feature Power Door Locks
  • Speed Sensitive Central Locking Power Door Locks
  • Multi-View Rear View Camera
  • In Dash Rear View Monitor
  • Safety Brake Pedal System
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating With Sliding Extensions Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • Power Folding Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Heated
  • 10 Power Adjustments
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Captains Chairs Seating
  • Leather-Appointed Upholstery
Dealership Information
Coral Preowned
Main Phone:(888) 603-7113
Email:sales@coralpreowned.com
Business Hours:
Monday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Wednesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Thursday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Friday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Saturday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Sunday:11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Location:
5101 N Federal Highway
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Map of Coral Preowned at 5101 N Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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