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2010 Toyota 4runner Sr5 7-pass 3row Leather Allosy Pdc Prem Sound Alloys Conv Pk on 2040-cars

US $29,480.00
Year:2010 Mileage:26458 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5 7PASS
2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5 3ROW 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Classic Silver Metallic Interior Color:     Black/Graphite Stock Number:007191
Mileage:26,458 Engine:V6 4L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5
 
LEATHER ! ALLOYS ! PDC ! 7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM ! CONVENIENCE PREMIUM PACKAGE
BRAND NEW TIRES !!
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE REPORTS
 
1 OWNER CLEAN LOADED 4RUNNER WITH 26K ORIGINAL MILES AND
3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING!
 
 
THIS BEAUTIFUL TOYOTA 4RUNNER COMES WITH FACTORY 5 YEARS OR 60,000 MILES DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY FROM TOYOTA USA !!
 
PEACE OF MIND ! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE !!
 
 
70+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR
HOMELINK
BOOKS AND KEYS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
POWER REAR WINDSHIELD
POWER LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM SAT RADIO WITH PARTY MODE
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ROOF RACK
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful CLASSIC SILVER METALLIC on
CHARCOAL LEATHER Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

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OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 38,000 Price!!!

If You are Looking for a TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 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 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5, then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Email:
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Call 281-506-8808
Visit
10311 Altonbury Lane
Houston TX 77031
 
 
 
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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR!
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26K ORIGINAL MILES!
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COMAND CENTRAL!
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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL SENSORS!
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POWER SEATS!
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LOTS OF LEG ROOM!
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FOLDING 3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING!
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AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS!
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3 KEYS AND ORIGINAL OWNERS MANUAL!
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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:
  • Body-Color Bumper Color
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Chrome Roof Rack Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 18.4 Steering Ratio
  • 2.7 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cupholders
  • Keyless Entry Multi-Function Remote
  • 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Speed-Proportional Power Steering
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 3.73 Axle Ratio
  • Hill Start Assist Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 13.3 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • Limited Slip Differential
  • 12.3 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Rear Brakes
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • AM/FM Radio
  • XM Ready Satellite Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 2 Trip Odometer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Power Retracting Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Alloy Rim
  • Full-Size Tires
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
  • 6 Wheel Spokes
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Power Rear Sliding Window
  • Rear Wiper
Safety:
  • With Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Auto-Lock
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Dual Front Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Active Head Restraint
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • With Cupholders Center Armrest
  • Flat Folding Folding
  • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
  • Rear Heat Vents
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating

Installed Options
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • Tow Hitch W/Ball-Mount
    Engine:
    • Remote Engine Start
      Entertainment /
        Telematics:
      • Blu Logic Hands Free System
      • XM Satellite Radio
      Roof / Glass:
      • Roof Rack W/Cross Bars
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        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. 
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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.

        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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