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Ramsey Subaru

Urbandale, IA·7 verified quotes*

Nov 22, 2025Mar 31, 2026· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

C
77.4/100
Doc Fee
$180

IA caps at $180

Add-on Rate
71%of quotes

Avg $599 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
57
Price Accuracy (30%)
87
Data Quality (10%)
43
  • Doc fee ($180) is at or below IA average ($196)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $599 when present
  • Fees average 4.6% above listing (~$1,610 on a $35k vehicle) — typical

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$180
IA avg$196
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

4 vehicle transactions7 individual quotes

2026 Subaru Forester

2 quotes
$45,000
$180doc fee$699add-ons
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2025 Subaru Outback

Sport Utility2 quotes
$38,060
$180doc feeNo add-onsSaved $656
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2025 Subaru Forester

$47,428
$899doc fee$199add-ons
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2023 Subaru Forester

Used2 quotes
$31,919
$180doc fee$699add-onsSaved $969
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Most Common Add-ons

1
battery for lifeavg $699
4 quotes
2
vin etchavg $199
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ramsey Subaru's doc fee?

Ramsey Subaru charges a typical documentation fee of $180. The IA average is $499. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Ramsey Subaru add mandatory add-ons?

Ramsey Subaru adds an average of $428 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 Ramsey Subaru a good dealer?

Ramsey Subaru 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 7 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($180) is at or below average
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Tips for Ramsey Subaru

  • Minor add-ons (~$428) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($180) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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