2004 Mercury Marauder / Low Miles / Clean Carfax / Amazing Condition / Leather on 2040-cars

Year:2004 Mileage:30768 Color: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty /
Black

Location:

Richmond, Virginia, United States

2004 MERCURY MARAUDER / LOW MILES / CLEAN CARFAX / AMAZING CONDITION / LEATHER, image 1

Transmission:MARAUDER MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS MARAUDER
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.6L 281Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Dealer

Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 2MEHM79V84X616713
Year: 2004
Make: Mercury
Model: Marauder
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Base Sedan 4-Door
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 30,768
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Sub Model: MARAUDER MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS MARAUDER
Exterior Color: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Black
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Doors: Automatic

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We are a Licensed, Independent Used Car Dealer in the State of Virginia. We strive to offer hand picked vehicles at Rock Bottom, Wholesale prices while giving our attention and courteous support to each individual client. We are with you every step of the way including assisting with arranging transportation for your vehicle after the deal is done. We stand behind ALL of our vehicles 100%. We do our very best with listing and describing our vehicles on eBay as honest and accurate as possible. Please enjoy the Video & extensive amount of Photos we include to help bridge the gap of buying a vehicle "sight unseen." By reading our feedback, you can rest assured you are buying from professionals. Please READ OUR TERMS before bidding. By bidding, you are entering into a Legally Binding Contract. If you don't have financing in place for this vehicle, do not bid until you have financing in place. All vehicles are sold with a Clean and Clear title along with 30 Day Tags & Temporary Registration. Some titles may take up to 2 weeks to receive. Good luck bidding and if you need anything, please let us know by email or phone. If you have any questions, ask before bidding. Thanks!!

2004 Mercury Marauder RWD V8 Sedan

Thanks for viewing this Extremely Clean 2004 Mercury Marauder Sedan offered by Davis AutoSports!!!! Like with all of our vehicles here, this is a Carfax Certified Buy Back Guarantee Vehicle. This Mercury Marauder is in Amazing Condition Inside & Out!! This is a Two Owner car and the previous owners took Great Care of this vehicle!! Below is the full Carfax Vehicle History Report and shows Service Records and No Accidents or any other issues!! Like all of our vehicles, this Mercury comes with a VA State Inspection to ensure it's Safety and Great Mechanical Condition!! This Marauder is in Amazing Shape & Drives as Great as it Looks!! Mercury Marauders were only made for the 2003 and 2004 Model year and only 11,052 were produced!! As rare as these vehicles are, only 1,414 were produced in this Silver Birch exterior color!!

Exterior Condition

The Exterior of this Mercury is in Great Condition!! As you will see, this Marauder is the rare Silver Birch exterior color!! This Marauder has the standard Blacked out Headlights, Corner & Taillights and Tinted Windows!! This Marauder comes with Factory 18in. Chrome Wheels featuring Mercury's "god head" as the center cap emblem!! The BFGoodrich Tires are recently installed and have about 85% tread left!! I tried to include as many pictures as possible so you can see the true condition of this vehicle. Overall, the Paint is in Great shape!! The Engine Compartment is Extremely Clean and Very Well Maintained!! The body is in Excellent Shape as you will see in the pictures!! There are No Dents or Dings that I found while looking over the body of this Marauder!! These vehicles have dual exhaust and their own unique exhaust tips!! Overall, the Exterior of this Marauder is in Excellent Condition but please keep in mind, this is a Pre-Owned vehicle and will show some minor wear and a couple minor scratches. Please look at all the pictures to see the great condition of this car!!

Interior Condition

The Interior of this '04 Mercury is Extremely Clean and in Excellent Condition!! The carpets look great as you will see in the photos. The Black Leather Seats are Extremely clean and in Great Condition as you will see in the pictures and have no rips or tears!! The cabin smells fresh and has no odors!! All dash areas and door panels are Extremely Clean as you will see in the photos and show very little to no wear!! The AC blows ICE Cold!! The photos below will show EVERY part of the interior so you can see for yourself how Clean and Very Well Kept this Mercury truly is!! This vehicle comes with Power Windows, Power Locks, Power Outside Mirrors, Dual Power Seats, Heated Seats, Power Foot Pedals, Cruise Control, Tilt Steering Wheel w/Radio & AC Controls, AM/FM/CASS/CD/6 Disc CD Changer in Trunk, 2 Keys & Remote, Manual in Glovebox & Factory Floor Mats!! Please keep in mind this is a pre-owned vehicle and will show some minor wear. The Interior of this Mercury is Very Clean and Extremely Well Kept!! Please view all the pictures to see the truly Great Condition of this rare Marauder!!

More Info

This 2004 Mercury Marauder RWD V8 Sedan is in Amazing Overall Condition!! The 4.6L DOHC V8 Engine Runs Great...just as it should...Very Strong and Starts up and Runs with No Issues!! The 4.6L is very smooth and has a ton of Power producing 302hp!! All driving components work just as they should. The Automatic Transmission is Super smooth and shifts as it should!! The Marauder has many of the same engine parts as the '03-'04 Mustang Mach 1 including heads, cams, block and rotating assembly!! Overall, the complete Drive-train has No Issues and runs and drives Excellently!! The BFG Tires were recently installed, have around 85% tread and have a very smooth ride. I can't say enough as to the Truly Amazing Mechanical Condition of this Marauder!! As Great of Condition as this car is in, Please Remember IT IS a Pre-Owned vehicle. Therefore, you may find some very minor wear from it being driven, both Interior and Exterior. This Marauder truly shows like a 30k Mile Car!! Please Read Entire Ad & Enjoy the Pictures!! If you have any questions at all, please contact me via email or the phone numbers posted in this ad!! Good Luck and Thanks for viewing this 1 of 1,414 Mercury Marauder!!

Two Owner, Clean Carfax with Service Records!!

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Ownership History The number of owners is estimated	Owner 1	Owner 2

Year purchased	2003	2013
Type of owner	Personal	Personal
Estimated length of ownership	9 yrs. 10 mo.	30 days
Owned in the following states/provinces	Virginia	Virginia
Estimated miles driven per year	2,995/yr	---
Last reported odometer reading	29,777	---

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GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. Register | View Terms | View Certificate

Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX	Owner 1	Owner 2

Total Loss No total loss reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Structural Damage No structural damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Odometer Check No indication of an odometer rollback.	No Issues Indicated	No Issues Indicated
Accident / Damage No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Manufacturer Recall A current list of recalls is available at Ford Motor Company.	No Recalls Reported	No Recalls Reported
Basic Warranty Original warranty estimated to have expired.	Warranty Expired	Warranty Expired

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Detailed History


Owner 1
Purchased:	2003
Type:	Personal
Where:	Virginia
Est. miles/year:	2,995/yr
Est. length owned:	11/20/03 - 10/10/13 (9 yrs. 10 mo.)

Low mileage!This owner drove less than the industry average of 15,000 miles per year.

Date:	Mileage:	Source:	Comments:
09/03/2003		NICB	Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer
09/29/2003	25	Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Pre-delivery inspection completed State safety inspection completed
11/20/2003		Dealer Inventory Virginia	Vehicle sold
11/20/2003	96	Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle
12/04/2003		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Title or registration issued First owner reported
01/09/2004	937	Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Vehicle serviced
06/24/2004	3,511	Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Maintenance inspection completed Front window regulator(s) replaced Front door trim panel replaced/repaired Oil and filter changed
09/13/2004		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Title or registration issued
11/01/2005	9,456	Virginia Inspection Station Fairfax, VA	Passed emissions inspection
11/03/2005		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Title or registration issued
06/29/2006		Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Maintenance inspection completed Tire condition and pressure checked Brakes checked Battery/charging system checked Oil and filter changed
11/30/2006	14,067	Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Oil and filter changed
11/01/2007	17,304	Virginia Inspection Station Fairfax, VA	Passed emissions inspection
11/02/2007		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Registration issued or renewed
07/07/2008	19,461	Cherner Lincoln Mercury Vienna, VA 703-893-0800 cherner.com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed Tire repaired Alignment checked Tire condition and pressure checked Battery/charging system checked Brakes checked
11/02/2009	23,832	Virginia Inspection Station Fairfax, VA	Passed emissions inspection
11/04/2009		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Registration issued or renewed
11/01/2011	27,591	Virginia Inspection Station Fairfax, VA	Passed emissions inspection
11/03/2011		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept. Fairfax, VA	Registration issued or renewed
05/07/2013	29,221	Ted Britt tedbritt.com	Maintenance inspection completed Recommended maintenance performed Drive belts replaced Oil and filter changed Front wiper blades/refills replaced Battery/charging system checked Brakes checked Tire condition and pressure checked Trim checked
10/10/2013		Virginia Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported
10/15/2013	29,777	Virginia Inspection Station Sterling, VA	Passed emissions inspection


Owner 2
Purchased:	2013
Type:	Personal
Where:	Virginia
Est. length owned:	10/15/13 - present (30 days)

Date:

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10/15/2013

Virginia
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Fairfax, VA

Title or registration issued
New owner reported

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ALL OF OUR VEHICLES HERE AT DAVIS AUTOSPORTS COME WITH A VIRGINIA STATE 12 MONTH INSPECTION WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

INSPECT BRAKES FOR:

    * Worn, damaged or missing parts.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective linings or drums.
    * Leaks in system, proper fluid level.
    * Worn, contaminated or defective disc pads or discs.
      (NOTE: A minimum of two wheels and drums must be removed from each vehicle at the time of inspection. Consult the official inspection manual for exceptions.)

4. - INSPECT PARKING BRAKE FOR:

    * Broken or missing parts.
    * Proper adjustment.
    * Standard factory equipment or equivalent.

5. - INSPECT HEADLIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, aim, and output.
    * Condition of lamp, wiring and switch.
    * Beam indicator.

Top of page6. - INSPECT OTHER LIGHTS FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Aim of fog and driving lamps.
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.
      (NOTE: Every vehicle must have a rear lamp showing a red light to the rear, a white light illuminating the rear license plate; vehicles over 7 feet wide or extending 4 inches or more beyond the front fender extremes must be equipped with approved clearance lamps and reflex reflectors. Count load in measuring.)

7. – INSPECT SIGNAL DEVICE FOR:

    * Approved type, proper bulbs, condition of lenses, wiring and switch.
    * Correct indications and tell-tale (visual or audible).
    * Illumination of all lamps, lens color, and condition of lens.

8. – INSPECT STEERING & SUSPENSION FOR: (Jack up front end as shown in Manual)

    * Wear in bushings, kingpins, ball joints, wheel bearings, tie rod ends.
    * Looseness of gear box on frame, condition of drag link and steering arm.
    * Play in steering wheel.
    * Wheel alignment and axle alignment.
    * Broken spring leaves, and worn shackles.
    * Shock absorbers.
    * Broken frame.
    * Broken or missing engine mounts.
    * Lift blocks.

9. – INSPECT TIRES, WHEELS & RIMS FOR:

    * Condition of tires including tread depth.
    * Mixing radials and bias ply tires.
    * Wheels that are cracked or damaged so as to affect safe operation.

10. – INSPECT MIRROR FOR:

    * Rigidity of mounting.
    * Condition of reflecting surface.
    * View of road to rear (Truck mirrors must extend at least halfway beyond edge of body) – (Visibility 200 feet to rear).

Top of page11. – INSPECT HORN FOR:

    * Electrical connections, mounting and horn button.
    * Emits sound audible for a minimum of 200 feet.

12. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD AND OTHER GLASS FOR:

    * Approved type safety glass.
    * Cloudiness, distortion or other obstruction to vision.
    * Cracked, scratched or broken glass.
    * Stickers. ALL UNAUTHORIZED STICKERS MUST BE REMOVED.
    * Sunshading material attached to the windshield to ensure it does not extend more than 3 inches downward from the top of windshield, unless authorized by Medical Waiver Certificate.
    * Operation of left front door glass.

13. – INSPECT WINDSHIELD WIPER/DEFROSTER FOR:

    * Operating condition.
    * Condition of blade.

14. – INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR:

    * Exhaust line-manifold, gaskets, pipes, mufflers, connections, etc.
    * Leakage of gases at any point from motor to point discharged from system.

15. – INSPECT LICENSE TAGS FOR:

    * Illumination of rear plate.

16. – INSPECT HOOD AND AREA UNDER THE HOOD FOR:

    * Operating condition of hood latch.
    * Presence of emissions system -Evidence that any essential parts have been removed, rendered inoperative or disconnected.
    * Fluid levels that are below the proper level
        1. Brake fluid.
        2. Power steering fluid.
    * Power steering belt - proper tension, wear, or absence.

Top of page17. – INSPECT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM (1973 and Subsequent Models) FOR:

    * Installation.
    * Operation.
      (NOTE: This includes the catalytic converter and the fuel tank filler pipe.)

18. – INSPECT DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Anchorage.
    * Location.
    * Condition.

19. – INSPECT SEAT BELTS FOR:

    * Approved type.
    * Installation.

20. – INSPECT AIR BAG AND AIRBAG READINESS LIGHT FOR:

    * Any defects in the air bag system noted by the air bag readiness light, or otherwise indicated; or
    * The air bag has been deployed and has not been replaced (and is not deactivated because of a medical or other exemption and a notice is posted to indicate that it has been deactivated); or
    * Any part of the air bag system has been removed from the vehicle; or
    * If the air bag indicator fails to light, or stays on continuously.

21. – INSPECT DOORS AT THE RIGHT & LEFT SIDE OF THE DRIVER’S SEAT FOR:

    * Handle or opening device which will permit the opening of the door from the outside and inside of the vehicle.
    * Latching system which will hold door in its proper closed position.

22. – INSPECT FUEL SYSTEM FOR:

    * Any part that is not securely fastened.
    * Liquid fuel leakage.
    * Fuel tank filler cap for presence.

23. – INSPECT FLOOR PAN FOR:

            (a) Holes which allow exhaust gases to enter occupant compartment.
            (b) Conditions which create a hazard to the occupants.

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Payment Terms:

The successful high bidder will submit a $500.00 non-refundable deposit via paypal within 48 hours of auction close to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance within 7 days of auction close. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.

Acceptable Payment Methods:

Cash (In Person), certified check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, or third party approved financing. Please call prior to bidding to insure your third party financing is acceptable terms of payment. All checks are made payable to Davis AutoSports.

Fees and Taxes:

Davis AutoSports charges a $179.00 processing fee. All buyers are responsible for state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title or registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Buyers are responsible for tax, title & tag fees in the state the vehicle will be registered.

Contact us:

You can reach us via email at Ted@DavisAutoSports.ComCall Ted Lambert at the numbers below:Office (804) 737-1505Cell (804) 852-4907Fax (804) 737-1506 We are located at 5701-A Oakleys Pl. Richmond, VA 23223

Term and Conditions:

All vehicles are sold AS-IS with NO Warranty unless noted differently above. We sell late model, low mileage vehicles that may still have existing manufacturer's warranty. All inspections must be completed and financing arranged prior to bidding. Pre-sale inspections are welcomed and encouraged. Inspection companies are available on the internet as well as eBay. We will gladly take the vehicle to your choice of inspection station within 30 mins of our dealership. Additional keys, owners manuals, key fobs, CD cartridges, and navigation disc may not be available if not included in the listing. These vehicles are sometimes on eBay up to 3-4 weeks before being sold, are driven by employees and test driven by customers, therefore the mileage can be up to 1000 miles more that listed above but is typically only up to 100 miles more than listed above.

We reserve the right to notify bidders and cancel this auction. We reserve the right to cancel bids from those with excessive negative feedback. Please email or call us if you have negative feedback or zero feedback prior to bidding. Zero feedback bidders who don't contact us will have their bid canceled. Upon final inspection of the vehicle, if the vehicle is not as described the purchaser does not have to complete the transaction. We shall gladly refund your deposit IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED. If your vehicle is shipped and upon it's arrival, if it not as described we will gladly accept the vehicle back for a 100% refund of the vehicle price ONLY if the vehicle remains with the transportation company. The vehicle Must remain with the shipping company in these cases. Buyer pays for all shipping charges. Please expect wear associated with age, miles, and vehicle history. We do our very best to describe the actual condition of each vehicle, but please dont rely solely on our content, pictures or even videos. We may use adjectives to describe a vehicle which are the opinions of our staff, not fact. The entire content of the above listing is simply an opinion and not fact. The vehicle listed above may have dings, dents, paint chips, touch-up paint, faded paint, clear coat peeling, previous paint work, windshield chips, windshield cracks, wheel scuffs, worn tires, frame damage, frame rust, fluid leaks, scratches, undercarriage rust and/or other wear & defects that are associated with age and mileage that are not visible in the pictures & video, or even mentioned. Please expect stains in carpets, stress lines, worn spots on seats, and other common interior wear even if NOT shown in photos. We attempt to accurately describe our vehicles condition with photos and text. The content in this listing is subjective and should be used as a guide to determine a vehicles condition prior to bidding. If you do not see something photographed or specifically described, please do not assume anything as we are here to answer all questions. Please expect wear and flaws standard on most used vehicles. Maintenance, check engine lights and related issues are the responsibility of the new owner. In efforts to satisfy all of customers, we highly recommend Pre-Puchase Inspections PRIOR to winning or agreeing to purchase a vehicle. We will Gladly bring the vehicle to ANY inspection station of your choice within 30 minutes of our dealership. The customer can make arrangements to get the vehicle to ANY inspection station if farther than 30 minutes from our dealership at your cost. Please make an appointment prior to picking up your new vehicle. Allow up to 30 days upon receiving the vehicle title. Prior to bidding, arrangements must be made with our company if your vehicle is not to be picked up in person or if shipping is arranged by the buyer within 7 days. Storage fees of $35.00 per day incur after the 7th day if no prior arrangements have been made in WRITING. Non paying bidders are subject to the following guidelines, a $500.00 re-listing fee and also eBay's non-paying bidder’s recourse. All non-paying bidders that do not communicate with our company are subject to judgments up to $500.00 with Henrico County Small Claims Court. Suits are filed automatically with our legal department. All transactions are taken place in Henrico County so thats where all claims from buyer and seller would be filed. By bidding, you agree to all terms and conditions stated above. If you do not intend on paying for your purchase, we highly recommend you not to bid on our auctions. We pursue all non paying bidders. Deposits are non refundable. We value the integrity of our company, products, employees and most of all, our customers, so by bidding on our auctions you are in agreement to our complete terms of sale.

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