Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head

Name: AutoNation Volkswagen Hilton Head
Address: 137 Auto Mall Boulevard, Hardeeville, SC, 29927, US
Telephone: 888-842-9073
Price range: Doc Fee: $599
Rating: 4.6

Hardeeville, SC4 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Oct 13, 2025 - Jan 14, 2026

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Score: 91.4/100

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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.

$599

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.

$375

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.

+0.1%

Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.

$850

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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.86

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.85

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($599) is slightly above SC average ($400)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $375 when present
✓Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excellent — quotes closely match advertised price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$599

SC avg$400

National avg$398

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

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	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.	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.	OTD
2023 Toyota Tacoma Trail Edition	$37,883	$850	$599	$7	View
2025 Volkswagen Golf R DA1BPT Black Edition	$56,230	—	$599	$1,498	View

2023 Toyota Tacoma

Trail Edition

$37,883

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$7

Savings$850

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2025 Volkswagen Golf R

DA1BPT Black Edition

$56,230

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$1,498

Savings—

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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.

closing feeavg $599

2 quotes

electronic filing feeavg $3

2 quotes

an discount

1 quote

licenseavg $40

1 quote

plate transfer feeavg $10

1 quote

sales tax (estimate)avg $500

1 quote

title feeavg $15

1 quote

appearance protection - 3 yravg $749

1 quote

dent protection - 3 yravg $749

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head's doc fee?

Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The SC average is $462. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head adds an average of $375 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 Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head a good dealer?

Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head has a transparency score of 91.4/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

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Tips for Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head

📋Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
📝Minor add-ons (~$375) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 4
Recent (12mo): 4
Complete Data: 4

What to Expect

When shopping at Autonation Volkswagen Hilton Head:

Expect a doc fee around $599
Add-ons may total around $375
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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