BMW Of San Francisco

Name: BMW of San Francisco
Address: 1675 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, US
Telephone: 628-235-1200
Price range: Doc Fee: $85
Rating: 4.9

San Francisco, CA17 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 4, 2025 - Jan 6, 2026Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 98.9/100

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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.

$85

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.

$23

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.

$2,659

BMW Of San Francisco Data-Driven Review

Based on 17 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Jan 2026, BMW Of San Francisco earns a Grade A transparency score of 98.9/100. Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. When present, add-ons average $23, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $2,659.

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.100

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.97

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 ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $23 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85

CA avg$85

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
2023 BMW X3 sDrive30i (A8) 4dr 4x2 Sports Activ	$35,847	—	$85	None	View
2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE (CVT) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sede	$18,500	$4,018	$85	None	View
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV	$20,912	—	$85	None	View
2023 BMW X5 xDrive40i	$43,891	—	$85	None	View
2024 BMW X1 M35i 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sports Act 24XC	$51,599	$1,300	$85	None	View

2023 BMW X3

sDrive30i (A8) 4dr 4x2 Sports Activ

$35,847

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

LE (CVT) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Sede

$18,500

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings$4,018

View Original OTD Quote

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV

$20,912

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2023 BMW X5

xDrive40i

$43,891

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2024 BMW X1

M35i 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sports Act 24XC

$51,599

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,300

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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.

clear shieldavg $395

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BMW Of San Francisco's doc fee?

BMW Of San Francisco charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $98. This is based on 17 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does BMW Of San Francisco add mandatory add-ons?

BMW Of San Francisco adds an average of $23 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 BMW Of San Francisco a good dealer?

BMW Of San Francisco has a transparency score of 98.9/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 17 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for BMW Of San Francisco

📝Minor add-ons (~$23) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA 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: 17
Recent (12mo): 17
Complete Data: 17

What to Expect

When shopping at BMW Of San Francisco:

Expect a doc fee around $85
Add-ons may total around $23
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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