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Lexus Of Merrillville

Merrillville, IN·2 verified quotes*

Sep 24, 2025Sep 24, 2025· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

Limited data. This score is based on 2 quotes and may change as more data becomes available.

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 90/100
Add-on Rate
50%of quotes

Avg $399 when present

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Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

2 negotiable
0d47d94d140d187d$5k$35k$65k$94k$124kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
97
Add-on Behavior (30%)
70
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($245) is at or below IN average ($259)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $399 when present
  • Fees average 0.4% above listing (~$140 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$245
IN avg$259
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction2 individual quotes

2024 Lexus ES ES 300h

ES 300h2 quotes
$45,293
$245doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $399
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lexus Of Merrillville's doc fee?

Lexus Of Merrillville charges a typical documentation fee of $245. The IN average is $210. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Lexus Of Merrillville add mandatory add-ons?

Lexus Of Merrillville adds an average of $200 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 Lexus Of Merrillville a good dealer?

Lexus Of Merrillville has a transparency score of 90/100, earning a Grade A. 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.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Lexus Of Merrillville

  • Minor add-ons (~$200) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($245) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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