Bayou Automotive

Name: Bayou Automotive
Address: Belle Terre Boulevard, LaPlace, LA, 70068, US
Telephone: 985-652-8000
Price range: Doc Fee: $435
Rating: 3.5

LaPlace, LA9 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Dec 17, 2025 - Dec 29, 2025

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69.7/100

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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.

$435

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.

$2,178

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.

+-8.8%

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

$1,777

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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.90

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.20

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.67

✓Doc fee ($435) is slightly above LA average ($425)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $2,178 when present
✓Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excellent — quotes closely match advertised price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$435

LA avg$425

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
2025 Ford F-150 Platinum 4WD SuperCrew Box	$93,110	—	$435	$7,110	View
2025 Ford F-150 Platinum 4WD SuperCrew Box	$94,952	—	—	$995	View
2025 Ford F-150 LARIAT 4WD SuperCrew Box	$73,412	—	—	$1,785	View
2025 Ford F-150 LARIAT 4WD SuperCrew Box	$72,865	—	$435	$1,785	View
2025 Ford F-150 LARIAT 4WD SuperCrew Box	$70,675	—	$545	$1,785	View
2025 Ford F-150 Platinum 4WD SuperCrew Box	$87,240	—	$435	$1,785	View
2025 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 4 Door 4x4	$57,090	$1,777	$425	$790	View

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What is Bayou Automotive's doc fee?

Bayou Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $435. The LA average is $336. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Bayou Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Bayou Automotive adds an average of $2,178 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 Bayou Automotive a good dealer?

Bayou Automotive has a transparency score of 69.7/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

High add-ons averaging $2,178

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Tips for Bayou Automotive

🚨This dealer often adds $2,178 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
✅Dealer markup is only +-9% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 9
Recent (12mo): 9
Complete Data: 6

What to Expect

When shopping at Bayou Automotive:

Expect a doc fee around $435
Add-ons may total around $2,178
OTD price is typically -9--8% above listing

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