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Bell Ford

Phoenix, AZ8 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Oct 2, 2025 - Feb 5, 2026Claim this page
D
61.8/100
Shop Inventory602-281-4080Website
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.
$849
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.
$4,290
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.
$313

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.67
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.88
  • ✓Doc fee ($849) is $350 above AZ average ($499)
  • ✓Average dealer add-ons of $4,290 when present
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$849
AZ avg$499
National avg$398

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

2025 Ford Mustang

2D COUPE I4 ECOBOOST PREMIUM

$44,000
Doc Fee$849
Add-ons$859
Savings$1
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Ford F-150 LIGHTNING

Flash 4WD SuperCrew 5.5' Box

$81,201
Doc Fee$849
Add-ons$6,485
Savings—

2025 Ford Bronco

Badlands 4 Door Advanced 4x4

$66,953
Doc Fee$849
Add-ons$1,741
Savings$625

2025 Ford Ranger

XLT 2WD SuperCrew 5' Box

$43,233
Doc Fee$599
Add-ons$1,996
Savings—

2018 Ford Mustang

$71,133
Doc Fee—
Add-ons$18,543
Savings—

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
accessoriesavg $2,254
7 quotes
2
window tintavg $599
1 quote
3
door edge guardsavg $199
1 quote
4
paint protectionavg $599
1 quote
5
nitrogenavg $99
1 quote
6
bf track packavg $16,988
1 quote
7
clear braavg $59
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bell Ford's doc fee?

Bell Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $849. The AZ average is $516. This is based on 8 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Bell Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Bell Ford adds an average of $4,290 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 Bell Ford a good dealer?

Bell Ford has a transparency score of 61.8/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($849) is well above average ($516)
High add-ons averaging $4,290

Tips for Bell Ford

  • 💰Doc fee is $451 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • 🚨This dealer often adds $4,290 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
8
Recent (12mo)
8
Complete Data
7

What to Expect

When shopping at Bell Ford:

  • Expect a doc fee around $849
  • Add-ons may total around $4,290
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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