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The Automaster

Shelburne, VT·3 verified quotes*

Oct 27, 2025Oct 30, 2025· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 100/100
Add-on Rate
0%of quotes

No add-ons detected

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Price vs. Days on Lot

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

0d15d30d45d60d$35k$39k$44k$48k$52kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

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

< 30 days
6 (75%)
30–90 days
2 (25%)
90–180 days
0 (0%)
180+ days
0 (0%)
Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($399) is at or below VT average ($557)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Fees average 1.3% above listing (~$455 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$399
VT avg$557
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

2025 BMW X1

2 quotes
$43,508
$399doc feeNo add-ons
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2023 BMW X1

Used
$40,752
$399doc feeNo add-ons
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Automaster's doc fee?

The Automaster charges a typical documentation fee of $399. The VT average is $513. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does The Automaster add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, The Automaster does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is The Automaster a good dealer?

The Automaster has a transparency score of 100/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($399) is at or below average
No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for The Automaster

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($399) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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