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Summerville Ford

Summerville, SC9 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.
Data: Sep 30, 2025 - Jan 14, 2026
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 87/100
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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.
$799
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.
$123
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.
$710

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.87
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 ($799) is $399 above SC average ($400)
  • ✓Average dealer add-ons of $123 when present
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799
SC avg$400
National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

2023 Toyota Tacoma

SR5 V6

$33,588
Doc Fee$799
Add-ons$500
Savings$1,000
View Original OTD Quote

2023 BMW X5

sDrive40i (A8)

$46,288
Doc Fee$799
Add-onsNone
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Cadillac XT4

Sport 4dr Front-Wheel Drive

$40,811
Doc Fee$799
Add-onsNone
Savings$1,030
View Original OTD Quote

2023 Ford Expedition

Platinum

$69,229
Doc Fee$799
Add-onsNone
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2017 Honda Pilot

EX-L w/Navigati

$17,907
Doc Fee$799
Add-ons$608
Savings$100
View Original OTD Quote

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
fixed running boardsavg $50
1 quote
2
bed lineravg $50
1 quote
3
towing/camper pkgavg $400
1 quote
4
imfavg $500
1 quote
5
non tax feesavg $108
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Summerville Ford's doc fee?

Summerville Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The state average is $499. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Summerville Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Summerville Ford adds an average of $123 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 Summerville Ford a good dealer?

Summerville Ford has a transparency score of 87/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($799) is well above average ($499)
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Tips for Summerville Ford

  • 💰Doc fee is $401 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • 📝Minor add-ons (~$123) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
9
Recent (12mo)
9
Complete Data
9

What to Expect

When shopping at Summerville Ford:

  • Expect a doc fee around $799
  • Add-ons may total around $123
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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