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2005 Mercury Mariner 4dr Suv 4x4 Factory Leather - Awd & Moonroof Gorgeous Cond. on 2040-cars

US $5,995.00
Year:2005 Mileage:107521 Color: Burgundy /
 Black
Location:

Bellmore, New York, United States

Bellmore, New York, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:3.0L
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 4m2cu57145dj28989
Year: 2005
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Mercury
Model: Mariner
Trim: Sport Utility 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: AWD 4x4
Options: Sunroof, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 107,521
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Sub Model: only 107,521 origl miles - Rides & Drive`s GREAT
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Burgundy
Interior Color: Black

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* 2005 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV 4x4.*

Powerful V6, large cargo capacity, comfortable and stylish interior, carlike handling.

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This beautiful Mercury Mariner honestly looks less than half its age, looks & drives beautifully. Note there are many travel miles left in this one. Please view all provided pictures. Don't let this one go!!! As our testimonials reflect: We here at Strictly Wholesale Inc. are serious & beyond obsessive about the cars we list & offer for sale. I assure you will enjoy a pleasurable car purchasing experience. All of our automobiles that we list & offer for sale are carefully selected by me personally. Each and every vehicle as you can see in our listing are of extra clean reliable cars & trucks that I myself would not hesitate to own and drive.We test drive each and every car we offer for sale before we put our name behind them to insure that they meet our high standards. We are dedicated to earning your trust and loyalty with every car we list. With that in mind we would like to offer you our impressions / condition, from test driving this automobile. Please read and view all pictures. This vehicle rides and drives magnificently as I personally have driven and road tested this car extensively. Motor is powerful and responsive, transmission shifts as it should - Needless to say..It’s a GOOD one. Go ahead – buy it now, we won’t let you down; you will not be disappointed in any way. And better yet, as always, your satisfaction is guaranteed. Thank you, jc.Note: I believe my listed price is very aggressive and most reasonable for a vehicle of this vintage & magnitude. I pride myself in my ability & expertise’s to offer low prices for quality automobiles. But if you disagree please give me a call and we can talk about it @ 917 923 8676.

** Odometer displays only 107,521 original miles - Rides & Drive`s As Good As It Looks ** Beautiful. **

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Impressive Automobile - Great value. Want Reliability? Here it is. Reliability should not be an issue. The 2005 Mariner is among the newest sport utilities. It's aimed at the growing number of SUV buyers who are opting for smaller, more car-like sport utes that deliver higher fuel economy and better maneuverability than midsize and larger sport-utilities. It is a remarkably easy car to drive and every aspect of it is user friendly. Proven it's one of the best-selling SUV`s in America, representing GREAT VALUE now and later.

FACTORY LEATHER - AWD & MOONROOF - Fantastic Automobile – And Affordable : Some say It’s small but it’s safe. It’s pretty, it’s luxurious for sure, and it’s pretty powerful. The FUN per dollar quotient is high, as this vehicle will make a statement where ever you travel.

Some of the options / Equipment :

Exterior Measurements WIDTH5 ft. 10.1 in. (70.1 in.) HEIGHT5 ft. 7.9 in. (67.9 in.) LENGTH14 ft. 6.3 in. (174.3 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 8 in. (8 in.) FRONT TRACK5 ft. 1.1 in. (61.1 in.) REAR TRACK5 ft. 0.4 in. (60.4 in.) WHEEL BASE8 ft. 7.1 in. (103.1 in.) Interior Measurements, FRONT HEAD ROOM40.4 in. FRONT HIP ROOM 53.4 in. FRONT LEG ROOM 41.6 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 56.5 in. REAR HIP ROOM 49.1 in. REAR HEAD ROOM 39.2 in. REAR LEG ROOM 35.6 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM 55.9 in. Fuel ENGINE TYPE Gas, FUEL TYPE Regular unleaded, FUEL TANK CAPACITY 16.5 gal. RANGE IN MILES (CTY/HWY) 313.5/396.0 mi. EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY) 19/24 mpg Weights and Capacities, MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY**1500 lbs. GROSS WEIGHT4360 lbs. CURB WEIGHT3285 lbs. CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 29.3 cu.ft. MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY 66.3 cu.ft. DriveTrain DRIVE TYPE All wheel drive, TRANSMISSION 4-speed automatic, Engine & Performance, BASE ENGINE SIZE 3.0 L, CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC), CYLINDERS Inline 6 Cyl, VALVES 16, TORQUE 152 ft-lbs. @ 4250 rpm, HORSEPOWER 200 hp @ 6000 rpm TURNING CIRCLE35.4 ft. Suspension •MacPherson strut front suspension •Multi-link rear suspension •Four-wheel independent suspension. Features, Interior Features, Front Seats •Premium cloth •Bucket front seats Rear Seats •Split-folding rear seatback Power Features •Digital keypad power door locks •Power mirrors •1 one-touch power windows Instrumentation •Clock •Tachometer •Low fuel level warning Convenience •Cruise control •Front console with storage •Front and rear cupholders •Front door pockets •Retained accessory power •Front seatback storage •Power steering •12V front power outlet(s) •Tilt-adjustable steering wheel •Cruise controls on steering wheel Comfort •Air conditioning •Cargo area light •Front and rear reading lights •Leather steering wheel •Front and rear floor mats •Dual vanity mirrors In Car Entertainment •4 total speakers •AM/FM in-dash single CD player stereo Exterior Features Roof and Glass •Variable intermittent wipers •Rear defogger •Rear window wiper Tires and Wheels •Painted alloy wheels •16 x 7.0 in. wheels •P235/70R T tires •All season tires •Underbody mounted spare tire •Temporary spare tire Doors •Manual flip-up lifgate window •Rear liftgate door Towing and Hauling •Cargo tie downs Safety Features •4-wheel ABS •Child seat anchors •Emergency braking assist •Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes •Rear door child safety locks •Engine immobilizer •Front fog/driving lights •2 front headrests •3 rear headrests •Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation •Rear center 3-point belt •Electronic brakeforce distribution and more. Although we believed description to be accurate, we cannot / will not be responsible for honest Error in description or of equipment described.

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Final Word : The provided pictures should almost tell it all. This Beautiful Loaded up Mercury Mariner AWD is an impressive piece of work. This vehicle will please the most discriminating automotive enthusiast, as it is in GORGEOUS condition throughout. It has more interior space than its many competitors. Its solid body structure should mean years of smooth rattle-free use, and its overall fit and finish are first rate. The equipment list includes everything you would need and expect in a luxury SUV, and this vehicle has a big price advantage as it will be sold at a Bargain Price, Compared to cost of new one or others sold of same. I personally have driven and road tested this vehicle extensively, this vehicle is believed to be in excellent condition throughout. I would not hesitate to drive this vehicle in its present mechanical condition across country with my wife and family. And yes, all accessories are believed to be working. As the condition reflects, previous owner serviced this vehicle regularly thus took excellent care of this automobile. I guarantee you will just love the way this vehicle rides and drives as there are many travel miles left in this one. Bid with complete confidence: I assure you will not be disappointed in any way. Remember as always, your satisfaction is guaranteed. Sounds like a lot of SUV for you hard earned dollar now and later.

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