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2013 Toyota Sienna Le 7-pass 3row Rearcam Power Doors Alloys Auto Spoiler Clean on 2040-cars

US $23,980.00
Year:2013 Mileage:33233 Color: Color
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
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2013 TOYOTA SIENNA LE 7-PASS 3ROW REARCAM POWER DOORS ALLOYS AUTO SPOILER CLEAN
2013 Toyota Sienna LE CPO 4-Door Van
Exterior Color:     Super White Interior Color:     Bisque Stock Number:306192
Mileage:33,233 Engine:V6 3.5L Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:5TDKK3DC2DS306192 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee AutoCheck:FREE AutoCheck Vehicle Report
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Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2013 Toyota Sienna LE
 
REAR CAMERA ! ALLOYS ! REAR SPOILER
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM
POWER SLIDING DOORS
POWER FOLDING 3RD ROW
7 PASSENGER 3ROW SEATING
 
 
CARFAX & AUTOCHECK CERTIFIED
NO ACCIDENTS CLICK CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK LOGO FOR FREE
REPORTS
 
 
1 OWNER 33K ORIGINAL MILES ON CLEAN LOADED TOYOTA SIENNA LE RECENTLY CERTIFIED BY TOYOTA DEALER AS PER CARFAX REPORT !
 
THIS SIENNA COMES WITH FACTORY 36 MONTHS OR 36,000 MILES BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY FROM TOYOTA USA !!
 
ALSO COMES WITH 60 MONTHS 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:
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
HOMELINK
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
3RD ROW FOLDING SEATS
POWER LIFT GATE
REAR SPOILER
REAR CAMERA
 
POWER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD CHANGER AM FM RADIO WITH AUX INPUT
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 17” WHEELS
TINTED WINDOWS
ROOF RACK
 
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful REDFIRE METALLIC on
TWO TONE CAMEL AND STONE BEIGE LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM Interior!!
 
Low Buy It NOW or Make us an Offer NOW!!

100% Positive Feedback
OWN THIS BEAUTY at a Fraction of the
Original $ 39,000 Price!!!
COMPARE AT
KELLY BLUE BOOK $ 26,308
 
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 24,980
WOW ! WHAT A DEAL !!!
WONT LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE !!! CALL US TODAY AT
281-506-8808

If You are Looking for a TOYOTA SIENNA LE 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!!!
FOR ANY QUESTIONS FEEL FREE TO CALL US AT
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So, If you are in the market for a LATE MODEL, VERY AFFORDABLE TOYOTA SIENNA LE , then you owe it to yourself to take a closer look

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Houston TX 77031
 
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PREMIUM CLOTH 7 PASSENGER SEATING!
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ADJUSTABLE STEERING WITH CONTROLS!
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33K ORIGINAL MILES!
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COMMAND CENTRAL!
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SPACIOUS 7 PASSENGER SEATING! 
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STOW & GO 3RD ROW 7 PASSENGER SEATING!
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AMPLE CARGO SPACE!
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PREMIUM ALLOY WHEELS! 
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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 Body Side Moldings
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Body-Color Front Bumper Color
  • Black With Chrome Accents Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Body-Color Rear Bumper Color
  • Rear Bumper Protector
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler Color
  • Roofline Spoiler Rear Spoiler
  • Black Window Trim
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 15.5 Steering Ratio
  • 3.44 Turns Lock-To-Lock
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Third Row Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Drivers Seat Armrests
  • Dual Front Armrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Height Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • With Independent Controls Rear Air Conditioning
Convenience:
  • Front and Rear Assist Handle
  • Front and Rear Bottle Holders
  • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
  • With Lighting
  • Cruise Control
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Illuminated Cupholders
  • Dual Glove Compartment
  • Lockable Glove Compartment
  • Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
  • Map Lights, Sunglasses Holder and Conversation Mirror Overhead Console
  • Three 12V Power Outlet(s)
  • Electric Power Steering
  • Rear View Camera
  • In Dash Rear View Monitor
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Voice Recognition Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Accessory Hook
  • Door Pockets - Front and Rear
  • Front Seatback
  • Sun Visors
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 12.9 Front Brake Diameter
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Diameter 26 Mm Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • Power
  • 12.2 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Diameter 20 Mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Semi-Independent Rear Suspension
  • Torsion Bar Rear Suspension
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • Mast Antenna
  • Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Clock
  • Compass
  • Digital Odometer
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Hands-Free Communication System
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Multi-Function Display
  • Bluetooth Phone Wireless Data Link
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Siriusxm Satellite Radio
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • Tachometer
  • 6 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Odometer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • Tire Pressure Warning Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Auto Off Headlights
  • Halogen Headlights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Liftgate Rear Door
  • Dual Power Sliding Side Door
  • Led Tail and Brake Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Alloy Rim
  • Temporary Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
Roof / Glass:
  • Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Lockout Button
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Doors, Quarters and Liftgate Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • Black Roof Rails
  • Rear Window Sunshade
  • Side Window Sunshade
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
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Driver Knee Airbags
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Anti-Lockout Feature Power Door Locks
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Shifter Activation Power Door Locks
  • Safety Brake Pedal System
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Steel Body Panels
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Front and Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
  • Fold Flat Into Floor Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-60 Split Bench Seating
  • Removable Captains Chairs Seating
  • Cloth Upholstery

Installed Options
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Door Edge Guards
  • Lower Door Molding
  • Mudguards
Package:
  • Preferred Premium Accessory Package Plus
    Rims / Tires:
    • Alloy Wheel Locks
      Roof / Glass:
      • Roof Rack Crossbars
        Safety:
        • Glass Breakage Sensor
        • V.I.P. - Rs3200 Plus Security System
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        GREAT LOW NATIONWIDE US SHIPPING RATES !!
        Canadian Customers Welcome
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        Dealership Information
        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. 
        Buyer's are responsible for shipping costs.
        All bidders should have all questions answered and loans pre-approved before bidding. Please note that Non paying buyers would be handled by our attorney. Remember buying a car on eBay is legal binding contract.

        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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