Transparency Verdict
Beau Townsend Nissan earns a C.
Mixed early signals.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.
Developing confidence — based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Vandalia, OH
Collected Jan 5, 2026 – Apr 21, 2026 · Updated Aug 6, 2026
The full story
Why Beau Townsend Nissan earned this grade
Between January 2026 and April 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.
! Where to push back
3 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$398 is $10 above the OH average of $388. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipAsk them to match the average. If they won't, factor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
Add-ons show up on most deals
33% of quotes include dealer add-ons, averaging $1,150. Expect them to try to include something — paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, VIN etching.
TipNearly all aftermarket add-ons are optional and removable. Say "please take those off the quote" and watch the OTD drop.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 8.7% above the advertised listing — roughly $3,045 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
3 verified OTD quotes from Beau Townsend Nissan
Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.
Recent Quotes
Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions
2 vehicle transactions — 3 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Beau Townsend Nissan
- Dealer markup is 9% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
- Minor add-ons (~$383) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- Doc fee ($398) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
- Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Beau Townsend Nissan charge?
Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Beau Townsend Nissan charges a $398 documentation fee and averages $383 in dealer add-ons when present. Beau Townsend Nissan earns Transparency Grade C (76.2/100).
What is Beau Townsend Nissan's doc fee?
Beau Townsend Nissan charges a typical documentation fee of $398. The OH average is $388. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Beau Townsend Nissan add mandatory add-ons?
Beau Townsend Nissan adds an average of $383 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 Beau Townsend Nissan a good dealer?
Beau Townsend Nissan has a transparency score of 76.2/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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How we know this
Every number on this page came from a real deal.
Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.
For Beau Townsend Nissan in Vandalia, OH, that has meant 3 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deals logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.
Fee Transparency
30%Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.
Data Quality
10%More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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