Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway

Name: AutoNation Ford Gulf Freeway
Address: 12227 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX, 77034, US
Telephone: 844-277-2256
Price range: Doc Fee: $225
Rating: 3.7

Houston, 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 13, 2025 - Feb 5, 2026Claim this page

74.8/100

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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.

$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.

$1,909

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.

$353

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.96

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.20

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 $1,909 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% 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.

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
2025 Ford Explorer K7D Active K7D Active	$36,499	$353	$225	$1,676	View
2025 Ford Expedition King Ranch	$91,371	—	$225	$2,026	View

2025 Ford Explorer K7D Active

K7D Active

$36,499

Doc Fee$225

Add-ons$1,676

Savings$353

View Original OTD Quote

2025 Ford Expedition

King Ranch

$91,371

Doc Fee$225

Add-ons$2,026

Savings—

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.

wheel locksavg $129

3 quotes

tintavg $399

3 quotes

appearance protection - 3 yravg $699

3 quotes

dent protection - 3 yravg $682

3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway's doc fee?

Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $184. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway adds an average of $1,909 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 Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway a good dealer?

Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway has a transparency score of 74.8/100, 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 $1,909

Tips for Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway

🚨This dealer often adds $1,909 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 +0% 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 Autonation Ford Gulf Freeway:

Expect a doc fee around $225
Add-ons may total around $1,909
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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