Advantage Auto Direct

Name: ADVANTAGE AUTO DIRECT
Address: 7408 South 212th Street, Kent, WA, 98032, US
Telephone: 253-737-5855
Price range: Doc Fee: $200
Rating: 4.2

Kent, WA5 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Nov 28, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 84.7/100

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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.

$200

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.

$654

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.

$90

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.90

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.66

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.80

✓Doc fee ($200) is slightly above WA average ($199)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $654 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$200

WA avg$199

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
1999 Porsche 911 CARRERA 2dr Carrera Cpe 6-Spd Manual	$39,716	$90	$200	None	View

1999 Porsche 911 CARRERA

2dr Carrera Cpe 6-Spd Manual

$39,716

Doc Fee$200

Add-onsNone

Savings$90

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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.

shipping open traileravg $1,436

2 quotes

etch theft deterrentavg $399

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Advantage Auto Direct's doc fee?

Advantage Auto Direct charges a typical documentation fee of $200. The CA average is $98. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Advantage Auto Direct add mandatory add-ons?

Advantage Auto Direct adds an average of $654 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 Advantage Auto Direct a good dealer?

Advantage Auto Direct has a transparency score of 84.7/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 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 ($200) is well above average ($98)

Tips for Advantage Auto Direct

⚠️Expect ~$654 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
✅Doc fee ($200) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 5
Recent (12mo): 5
Complete Data: 4

What to Expect

When shopping at Advantage Auto Direct:

Expect a doc fee around $200
Add-ons may total around $654
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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