Carroll GMC

Name: Carroll GMC
Address: 1455 South Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL, 34285, US
Telephone: 941-451-7154
Price range: Doc Fee: $1299

Venice, FL2 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Feb 10, 2026 - Feb 10, 2026

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51.9/100

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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.

$1,299

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.

$998

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.

+10.5%

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

$2,374

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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.43

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.60

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.37

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

✓Doc fee ($1,299) is $300 above FL average ($999)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $998 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 10.5% above listing (high — significant fees or add-ons)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$1,299

FL avg$999

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 RAV4 XLE	$30,875	$2,374	$1,299	$1,299	On file

2023 Toyota RAV4

XLE

$30,875

Doc Fee$1,299

Add-ons$1,299

Savings$2,374

OTD quote on file

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.

document feeavg $1,299

2 quotes

average reconditioningavg $1,995

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carroll GMC's doc fee?

Carroll GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $1,299. The FL average is $725. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Carroll GMC add mandatory add-ons?

Carroll GMC adds an average of $998 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 Carroll GMC a good dealer?

Carroll GMC has a transparency score of 51.9/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($1,299) is well above average ($725)

High dealer markup (+10.5% above listing)

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Tips for Carroll GMC

💰Doc fee is $901 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
⚡Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
⚠️Expect ~$998 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
📊Dealer markup is 11% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 2
Recent (12mo): 2
Complete Data: 2

What to Expect

When shopping at Carroll GMC:

Expect a doc fee around $1,299
Add-ons may total around $998
OTD price is typically 11-12% above listing

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