Universal Auto Plaza

Name: Universal Auto Plaza
Address: 1500 Northwest South Outer Road, Blue Springs, MO, 64015, US
Telephone: 816-472-1565
Price range: Doc Fee: $604
Rating: 4.3

Blue Springs, MO15 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Dec 6, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 86.4/100

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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.

$604

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.

$210

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.

$1,998

Universal Auto Plaza Data-Driven Review

Based on 15 verified OTD quotes collected between Dec 2025 and Jan 2026, Universal Auto Plaza earns a Grade B transparency score of 86.4/100. Their typical doc fee of $604 is close to the MO average ($431). When present, add-ons average $210, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,998.

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.83

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.72

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 ($604) is slightly above MO average ($565)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $210 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$604

MO avg$565

National avg$398

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

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	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.	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.	OTD
2021 Ford F-150 Crew Cab Pickup	$34,274	$376	$604	$450	View
2021 Ford F-150 Crew Cab	$31,900	—	$604	None	View
2021 Jeep Wrangler	$32,500	$3,620	$604	None	View

2021 Ford F-150

Crew Cab Pickup

$34,274

Doc Fee$604

Add-ons$450

Savings$376

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2021 Ford F-150

Crew Cab

$31,900

Doc Fee$604

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2021 Jeep Wrangler

$32,500

Doc Fee$604

Add-onsNone

Savings$3,620

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.

accessoriesavg $450

7 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Universal Auto Plaza's doc fee?

Universal Auto Plaza charges a typical documentation fee of $604. The MO average is $431. This is based on 15 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Universal Auto Plaza add mandatory add-ons?

Universal Auto Plaza adds an average of $210 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 Universal Auto Plaza a good dealer?

Universal Auto Plaza has a transparency score of 86.4/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 15 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

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Tips for Universal Auto Plaza

📋Doc fee ($604) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
📝Minor add-ons (~$210) 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: 15
Recent (12mo): 15
Complete Data: 15

What to Expect

When shopping at Universal Auto Plaza:

Expect a doc fee around $604
Add-ons may total around $210
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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