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Tipton Ford

Brownsville, TX·1 verified quotes*

Sep 26, 2025Sep 26, 2025· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

Limited data. This score is based on 1 quote and may change as more data becomes available.

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 82/100
Doc Fee
$225

TX caps at $225

Add-on Rate
100%of quotes

Avg $499 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
40
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below TX average ($231)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $499 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
TX avg$231
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 verified quote

2025 Ford F-350

Lariat 4x4 SD Crew CabNew
$81,932
$225doc fee$499add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
protection planavg $499
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tipton Ford's doc fee?

Tipton Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $499. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Tipton Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Tipton Ford adds an average of $499 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 Tipton Ford a good dealer?

Tipton Ford has a transparency score of 82/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($225) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Tipton Ford

  • Minor add-ons (~$499) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 5% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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