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Year:2010 Mileage:78299 Color: Color
Location:

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Houston, Texas, United States

2010 Volvo XC90 3.2 7-PASS 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     Hurricane Gray Metallic Interior Color:     Soft Beige Stock Number:532994
Mileage:78,299 Engine:I6 3.2L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:YV4982CY3A1532994
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2010 VOLVO XC90 3.2 ! 7 PASSENGER ! CLEAN TRUCK !
Vehicle Description
Ultimate Motorsport Presents
 
2010 Volvo XC90 3.2
 
SUNROOF ! LEATHER !  ALLOYS ! PDC !
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM !
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
WOOD ! HEATED SEATS !
 
 
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 !!
 
60+ PICTURES BELOW AFTER DESCRIPTION
 
THIS CAR IS LOADED WITH THESE OPTIONS:
SUNROOF WITH POWER SLIDING GLASS
TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL WITH CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
DUAL ZONE AC AND HEAT
ALARM SYSTEM WITH KEYLESS ENTRY
FULL LEATHER AND WOOD  TRIM INTERIOR
HOMELINK
TINTED WINDOWS
PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
POWER HEATED LEATHER SEATS WITH MEMORY AND LUMBAR
PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH CD AM FM SAT RADIO
POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
FOG LIGHTS
TRACTION CONTROL
PREMIUM ALLOY 18”  WHEELS
7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING
REAR SPOILER
ROOF RACK
 
 
MUCH MUCH MORE SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT !!!
 
Beautiful HURRICANE GRAY METALLIC  on
TAN LEATHER WITH FULL WOOD TRIM  Interior!!
 
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Original $ 42,000 Price!!!
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NADA RETAIL $ 21,525
OUR BUY IT NOW $ 17,980
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NOTE: JUST LIKE ANY USED VEHICLE FEW VERY MINOR NICK NACKS DUE TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR AND ROAD DEBRIS.
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ROOF RACK ! SPOILER !

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PARK DISTANCE CONTROL !

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NICE CLEAN TRUCK !

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POWER WINDOWS LOCKS MIRRORS !

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NICE BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR !

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POWER SUNROOF !

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FULL LEATHER INTERIOR !

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TELESCOPING STEERING WITH CONTROLS !

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LEATHER ! WOOD ! BEAUTIFUL !

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NICE CLEAN REAR SEAT !

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7 PASSENGER 3 ROW SEATING !

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3.2 i6 ENGINE !

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PREMIUM 18" ALLOYS

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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 Bumper Color
  • Body-Color Door Handle Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Black Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
  • Front Skid Plate(s)
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • 15.9 Steering Ratio
  • 2.7 Turns Lock-To-Lock
  • Woodgrain Accents
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Third Row Headrests
  • Air Filtration
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front and Rear 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
  • 2 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • With Independent Controls Rear Air Conditioning
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather Steering Wheel Trim
  • Single Third Row Air Conditioning Zones
  • With Independent Controls Third Row Air Conditioning
Convenience:
  • Front, Rear and Third-Row Bottle Holders
  • Cruise Control
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • 3 Number of Drivers
  • 3 Total Power Outlet(s)
  • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls Controls
  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Door Pockets - Front
  • Front Seatback
  • Grocery Bag Holder
  • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Braking Assist
  • Electronic Brake Control
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • 13.2 Front Brake Diameter
  • Disc Front Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Front Shock
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Macpherson Struts Front Suspension
  • 12.1 Rear Brake Diameter
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Gas Shock Absorbers Rear Shock
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Independent Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Traction Control
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Ipod Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Usb Auxiliary Audio Input
  • External Temperature Display
  • Single Disc In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Radio Data System
  • Hd Radio Radio
  • Tachometer
  • 8 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
  • 160 Watts
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Puddle Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Security Approach Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Fixed Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
  • Split Liftgate Rear Door
  • Auto-Off Rear Fog Lights
Rims / Tires:
  • Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
  • Temporary Spare Tire Size
  • Steel Spare Wheel
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tire
  • 6 Wheel Spokes
  • Alloy Wheel
Roof / Glass:
  • Dual-Stage Intermittent Front Wipers
  • One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof
  • Power Glass Moonroof
  • Sliding Sunshade Moonroof
  • 4 One-Touch Windows
  • With Safety Reverse Power Windows
  • Rear Defogger
  • With Washer Rear Wiper
  • Black Roof Rails
  • Tilt/Slide Sunroof
  • Tinted
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Front and Rear Active Head Restraints
  • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
  • Theft-Deterrent System Anti-Theft System
  • Side Impact Door Beams Body Side Reinforcements
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Latch System Child Seat Anchors
  • Built-In Rear Child Seat Child Seat
  • Energy Absorbing Steering Column
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Impact Absorbing Bumpers
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Rollover Protection System
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folds Flat
  • 3-Point Front Seatbelts
  • Height Adjustable Headrests
  • Height Adjustable
  • 2 Number of Headrests
  • 8 Power Adjustments
  • With Independent Controls Rear Heat
  • Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 3-Point Second Row Seatbelts
  • 3-Point Third Row Seatbelts
  • 40-20-40 Split Bench Seating
  • Leather Upholstery

Installed Options
Package:
  • Climate Package
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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. 
    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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