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North County Cadillac GMC

Escondido, CA·8 verified quotes*

Dec 19, 2025Mar 9, 2026· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 90.3/100
Doc Fee
$85

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
38%of quotes

Avg $1,395 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
68
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,395 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 vehicle transactions8 individual quotes

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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $1,395
3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North County Cadillac GMC's doc fee?

North County Cadillac GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $499. This is based on 8 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does North County Cadillac GMC add mandatory add-ons?

North County Cadillac GMC adds an average of $523 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 North County Cadillac GMC a good dealer?

North County Cadillac GMC has a transparency score of 90.3/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for North County Cadillac GMC

  • Expect ~$523 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 4% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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