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Year:2008 Mileage:130159 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2008 Subaru Tribeca LIMITED NAV DVD AWD 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Deep Bronze Metallic Interior Color:     Desert Beige Leather Stock Number:417215
Mileage:130,159 Engine:H6 3.6L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:4S4WX93DX84417215 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited
All Wheel Drive

 
NAVIGATION ! SUNROOF ! LEATHER ! XENONS ! ALLOYS ! ALL WHEEL DRIVE !
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE REAR CAMERA ! SPOILER !
REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
 
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1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED SUBARU TRIBECA LIMITED AWD  
 
ADD A 3 MONTH 3,000 MILE WARRANTY
FOR ONLY $ 295
ASK US FOR DETAILS ON A 4 YEAR UNLIMITED MILES NATION WIDE WARRANTY !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
NAVIGATION WITH VOICE COMMAND
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
POWER LIFTGATE
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND ALUMINUM TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BLUETOOTH EQUIPPED
ROOF RACK
REAR SPOILER
POWER HEATED  LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER MP3 PLAY BACK AM FM
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
REAR CAMERA
REAR DVD ENTERTAINMENT
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ALL WHEEL DRIVE
LIMITED EDITION
3.6 LITER 6 CYLINER ENGINE
REMOTE KEY
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful DEEP BRONZE METALLIC on
DESERT BEIGE LEATHER WITH ALUMINUM TRIM Interior!!
 
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Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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ROOF RACK

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XENONS

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SUNROOF

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STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS

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NAVIGATION

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REAR CAMERA

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DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT

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POWER SEATS

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PREMIUM LEATHER

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REAR DVD ENTERAINMENT SYSTEM

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REAR CARGO SPACE

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3.6 LITER 6 CYLINDER ENGINE

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18' ALLOY WHEELS

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REMOTE KEY

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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 Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Rear Spoiler
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Simulated Alloy Center Console Trim
  • Simulated Alloy Dash Trim
  • Simulated Alloy Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Cruise Control
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • Overhead Console
  • Overhead Console With Storage
  • With Sunglass Holder Overhead Console
  • 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rear View Monitor
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
  • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.58 Axle Ratio
  • Braking Assist
  • Cargo Tie Downs
  • Mechanical Center Differential
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 12.3 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Center Limited Slip Differential
  • Rear Limited Slip Differential
  • 12.4 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Double Wishbone Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Element Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Digital Odometer
  • Electroluminescent Instrumentation
  • External Temperature Display
  • 6 Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Touch Screen Display Navigation System
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Ready Satellite Radio
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • Tachometer
  • 9 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
  • 160 Watts
Exterior:
  • Ambient Lighting
  • Courtesy Console Lights
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Door Courtesy Lights
  • Footwell Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Aluminum Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Heated Windshield Wiper Rests
  • One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof
  • Power Glass Moonroof
  • 1 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Doors and Quarters Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Reverse Gear Sensitive Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rack
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Dual Front Active Head Restraints
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Safety Brake Pedal System
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Theft-Deterrent System
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding With Storage Center Armrest
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • Height Adjustable
  • 4 Power Adjustments
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 60-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • All Weather Floor Mats
  • Cargo Area Spotlight
  • Cargo Tray - Beige
  • Luggage Compartment Cover - Beige
  • Luggage Compartment Cover - Gray
Safety:
  • Security System Shock Sensor
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    All sales are subject to Texas V.I.T. tax based at a rate of .002834% of purchase price and $395.00 Processing fee.

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    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.

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