Town East Ford

Mesquite, TX3 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.
Data: Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025
C
72.3/100
Shop Inventory844-880-7346Website
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.
$225
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.
$3,063
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.
+-3.2%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$218

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.98
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.10
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 ($225) is slightly above TX average ($150)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $3,063 when present
  • Dealer markup averages -3.2% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
TX avg$150
National avg$398

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

2026 Ford TRKS

$67,575
Doc Fee$225
Add-ons$2,930
Savings$218
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
advantage packageavg $3,063
3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Town East Ford's doc fee?

Town East Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $200. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Town East Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Town East Ford adds an average of $3,063 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 Town East Ford a good dealer?

Town East Ford has a transparency score of 72.3/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
High add-ons averaging $3,063
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Tips for Town East Ford

  • 🚨This dealer often adds $3,063 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +-3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • ℹ️Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
3
Recent (12mo)
3
Complete Data
3

What to Expect

When shopping at Town East Ford:

  • Expect a doc fee around $225
  • Add-ons may total around $3,063
  • OTD price is typically -3--2% above listing
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