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Fort Mill Ford

Fort Mill, SC14 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.
Data: Nov 1, 2025 - Dec 26, 2025
B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 81.4/100
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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.
$640
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.
$900
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.
+0.4%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$1,670

Fort Mill Ford Data-Driven Review

Based on 14 verified OTD quotes collected between Nov 2025 and Dec 2025, Fort Mill Ford earns a Grade B transparency score of 81.4/100. Their typical doc fee of $640 is close to the SC average ($462). Add-ons average $900 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,670.

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.82
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.56
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 ($640) is $240 above SC average ($400)
  • ✓Average dealer add-ons of $900 when present
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.4% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$640
SC avg$400
National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

2025 Ford Bronco

Big Bend 4dr 4x / E7BT

$42,719
Doc Fee$640
Add-onsNone
Savings$499
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Ford F-150

Tremor 4x4 Supe W4L

$63,305
Doc Fee$640
Add-ons$1,074
Savings$2,132
View Original OTD Quote

2026 Ford F-250

F250 4X4 CREW/C W2B

$81,047
Doc Fee$640
Add-ons$2,106
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2023 Ford F-150

W1E

$51,298
Doc Fee$640
Add-onsNone
Savings$2,378
View Original OTD Quote

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.

1
truck addendumavg $1,590
6 quotes
2
permaplate 5 yravg $873
2 quotes
3
roadvantage theft $5000avg $159
2 quotes
4
cpo feeavg $989
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fort Mill Ford's doc fee?

Fort Mill Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $640. The SC average is $462. This is based on 14 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Fort Mill Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Fort Mill Ford adds an average of $900 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 Fort Mill Ford a good dealer?

Fort Mill Ford has a transparency score of 81.4/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 14 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 Fort Mill Ford

  • ⚠️Expect ~$900 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • 📋Doc fee ($640) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
14
Recent (12mo)
14
Complete Data
14

What to Expect

When shopping at Fort Mill Ford:

  • Expect a doc fee around $640
  • Add-ons may total around $900
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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