Ed Howard Mazda

Name: Ed Howard Mazda
Address: 7048 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, 34231, US
Telephone: 941-924-6700
Price range: Doc Fee: $995
Rating: 4.4

Sarasota, FL5 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Oct 2, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 88.3/100

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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.

$995

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.

$100

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.

+-1.2%

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

$1,623

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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.73

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.88

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 ($995) is at or below FL average ($999)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $100 when present
✓Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excellent — quotes closely match advertised price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$995

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
2020 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring (A6) 4dr Front-wheel	$23,867	$1,590	$995	None	View
2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition (A6) 4drC50MRTXA	$45,246	$1,656	$995	None	View

2020 Mazda CX-9

Grand Touring (A6) 4dr Front-wheel

$23,867

Doc Fee$995

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,590

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2025 Mazda CX-50

2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition (A6) 4drC50MRTXA

$45,246

Doc Fee$995

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,656

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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.

premium investment protectionavg $499

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ed Howard Mazda's doc fee?

Ed Howard Mazda charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The FL average is $725. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Ed Howard Mazda add mandatory add-ons?

Ed Howard Mazda adds an average of $100 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 Ed Howard Mazda a good dealer?

Ed Howard Mazda has a transparency score of 88.3/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 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 Ed Howard Mazda

💰Doc fee is $597 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
📝Minor add-ons (~$100) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
✅Dealer markup is only +-1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 5
Recent (12mo): 5
Complete Data: 5

What to Expect

When shopping at Ed Howard Mazda:

Expect a doc fee around $995
Add-ons may total around $100
OTD price is typically -1--0% above listing

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