Transparency Verdict
Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships earns a B.
Early read: mostly fair.
Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Dealerships, NY
Collected Mar 2, 2026 – Mar 2, 2026 · Updated Jul 15, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships earned this grade
Between March 2026 and March 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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.
✓ What they do well
1 thingAdvertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 2.5% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee exceeds the state cap
Their typical doc fee of $689 is above NY's legal cap of $175. This is a red flag — every dealer in the state must stay at or below this number.
TipTell them you expect the doc fee at $175 or lower. It's not optional; it's the law.
2 verified OTD quotes from Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships
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
1 vehicle transaction — 2 individual quotes
At a Glance
Tips for Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships
- Doc fee ($689) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships charges a $689 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships earns Transparency Grade B (86.3/100).
What is Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships's doc fee?
Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships charges a typical documentation fee of $689. The NY average is $232. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships a good dealer?
Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships has a transparency score of 86.3/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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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 Don Franklin Family Of Dealerships in Dealerships, NY, that has meant 2 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 B.
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