Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown

Name: Group 1 Ford of Rivertown
Address: 1680 Whittlesey Road, Columbus, GA, 31904, US
Telephone: 706-653-7420
Price range: Doc Fee: $999
Rating: 4.5

Columbus, GA11 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Oct 28, 2025 - Oct 28, 2025

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Score: 89.5/100

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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.

$999

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.

$18

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.

+-19.7%

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Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown Data-Driven Review

Based on 11 verified OTD quotes collected between Oct 2025 and Oct 2025, Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown earns a Grade B transparency score of 89.5/100. Their doc fee of $999 is $296 above the GA average ($703). When present, add-ons average $18, which is relatively low.

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.70

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.95

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 ($999) is $400 above GA average ($599)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $18 when present
✓Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excellent — quotes closely match advertised price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$999

GA avg$599

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
2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum All-Wheel Drive SuperCrew	$72,581	—	$999	None	View

2025 Ford F-150 Lightning

Platinum All-Wheel Drive SuperCrew

$72,581

Doc Fee$999

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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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.

eft feeavg $198

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown's doc fee?

Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown charges a typical documentation fee of $999. The GA average is $703. This is based on 11 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown add mandatory add-ons?

Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown adds an average of $18 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 Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown a good dealer?

Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown has a transparency score of 89.5/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 11 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 Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown

💰Doc fee is $601 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
📝Minor add-ons (~$18) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
✅Dealer markup is only +-20% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 11
Recent (12mo): 11
Complete Data: 11

What to Expect

When shopping at Group 1 Ford Of Rivertown:

Expect a doc fee around $999
Add-ons may total around $18
OTD price is typically -20--19% above listing

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