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Jake Sweeney Automotive

Cincinnati, OH17 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 1, 2025 - Jan 24, 2026Claim this page
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77.4/100
Shop Inventory513-282-0977Website
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.
$387
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.
$546
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.
+0.0%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$1,770

Jake Sweeney Automotive Data-Driven Review

Based on 17 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Jan 2026, Jake Sweeney Automotive earns a Grade C transparency score of 77.4/100. Their typical doc fee of $387 is close to the OH average ($318). Add-ons average $546 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,770.

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.93
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.34
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.94
  • ✓Doc fee ($387) is slightly above OH average ($250)
  • ✓Average dealer add-ons of $546 when present
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$387
OH avg$250
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 Ram 2500

Power Wagon

$76,304
Doc Fee$398
Add-ons$299
Savings—
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2025 Subaru Forester

Wilderness

$35,950
Doc Fee$387
Add-ons$599
Savings$1,770
View Original OTD Quote

2023 GMC Sierra 1500

Denali

$56,860
Doc Fee$387
Add-ons$599
Savings—
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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander

SEL Y25-207

$43,250
Doc Fee$387
Add-onsNone
Savings—
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2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e

$42,000
Doc Fee$387
Add-ons$595
Savings—
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2022 BMW X5

xDrive45e

$42,000
Doc Fee$387
Add-ons$599
Savings—
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2025 GMC Sierra 3500HD

Denali

$96,955
Doc Fee$387
Add-ons$599
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.

1
accessories (epap)avg $599
5 quotes
2
accessoriesavg $598
4 quotes
3
itemized accessories (epap)avg $599
2 quotes
4
e.p.a.pavg $299
1 quote
5
e.p.a.p.avg $599
1 quote
6
epap / itemized accessoriesavg $599
1 quote
7
itemized accessories epapavg $599
1 quote
8
epap (environmental pkg)avg $599
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jake Sweeney Automotive's doc fee?

Jake Sweeney Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $387. The OH average is $318. This is based on 17 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Jake Sweeney Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Jake Sweeney Automotive adds an average of $546 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 Jake Sweeney Automotive a good dealer?

Jake Sweeney Automotive has a transparency score of 77.4/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 17 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Jake Sweeney Automotive

  • ⚠️Expect ~$546 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • ✅Doc fee ($387) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
17
Recent (12mo)
17
Complete Data
16

What to Expect

When shopping at Jake Sweeney Automotive:

  • Expect a doc fee around $387
  • Add-ons may total around $546
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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