Alm Marietta

Marietta, GA12 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.
Data: Sep 23, 2025 - Sep 29, 2025
F
53.5/100
Shop Inventory678-621-2977Website
Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.
$995
Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.
$1,282
Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.
+12.0%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$2,780
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Alm Marietta Data-Driven Review

Based on 24 verified OTD quotes collected between Sep 2025 and Sep 2025, Alm Marietta earns a Grade F transparency score of 53.5/100. Their doc fee of $995 is $292 above the GA average ($703). Add-ons average $1,282 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $2,780.

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.71
Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.55
Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.25
Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.83
  • Doc fee ($995) is $396 above GA average ($599)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,282 when present
  • Dealer markup averages 12.0% above listing (high — significant fees or add-ons)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$995
GA avg$599
National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

2023 Audi Q5

S line Premium Plus

$29,263
Doc Fee$995
Add-ons$1,098
Savings$2,780
View Original OTD Quote

2024 Toyota Corolla

LE

$22,738
Doc Fee$995
Add-ons$2
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2020 GMC Acadia

AT4

$24,877
Doc Fee$995
Add-ons$999
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

1
window tint/clear shieldavg $499
6 quotes
2
paint and fabavg $899
6 quotes
3
dealer processing feeavg $20,696
5 quotes
4
electronic title feeavg $6,136
5 quotes
5
motor trend certificationavg $1,749
4 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alm Marietta's doc fee?

Alm Marietta charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The GA average is $703. This is based on 24 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Alm Marietta add mandatory add-ons?

Alm Marietta adds an average of $1,282 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.

Is Alm Marietta a good dealer?

Alm Marietta has a transparency score of 53.5/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 24 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

High dealer markup (+12.0% above listing)
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Tips for Alm Marietta

  • 💰Doc fee is $597 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • 🚨This dealer often adds $1,282 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
  • 📊Dealer markup is 12% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
24
Recent (12mo)
24
Complete Data
20

What to Expect

When shopping at Alm Marietta:

  • Expect a doc fee around $995
  • Add-ons may total around $1,282
  • OTD price is typically 12-13% above listing
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