BMW Of Sarasota

Name: BMW of Sarasota
Address: 5151 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL, 34233, US
Telephone: 941-909-2971
Price range: Doc Fee: $1298
Rating: 3.3

Sarasota, FL12 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Nov 17, 2025 - Jan 23, 2026Claim this page

66.2/100

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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.

$1,298

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.

$374

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.

$2,310

BMW Of Sarasota Data-Driven Review

Based on 12 verified OTD quotes collected between Nov 2025 and Jan 2026, BMW Of Sarasota earns a Grade D transparency score of 66.2/100. Their doc fee of $1,298 is $677 above the FL average ($621). When present, add-ons average $374, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $2,310.

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.32

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.55

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 ($1,298) is $299 above FL average ($999)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $374 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$1,298

FL avg$999

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 Ford F-150 Raptor 4WD SuperCrew 5.5' Box	$71,434	$1,877	$1,298	None	—
2020 BMW SAV X5 sDrive40i Sports Activity Vehicle	$31,892	$2,650	$1,298	$499	—
2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD	$35,620	$2,404	$1,298	None	—

2023 Ford F-150

Raptor 4WD SuperCrew 5.5' Box

$71,434

Doc Fee$1,298

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,877

2020 BMW SAV X5

sDrive40i Sports Activity Vehicle

$31,892

Doc Fee$1,298

Add-ons$499

Savings$2,650

2024 Tesla Model 3

Long Range AWD

$35,620

Doc Fee$1,298

Add-onsNone

Savings$2,404

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.

window tintavg $499

9 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BMW Of Sarasota's doc fee?

BMW Of Sarasota charges a typical documentation fee of $1,298. The FL average is $621. This is based on 12 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does BMW Of Sarasota add mandatory add-ons?

BMW Of Sarasota adds an average of $374 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 Sarasota a good dealer?

BMW Of Sarasota has a transparency score of 66.2/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 12 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 ($1,298) is well above average ($621)

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Tips for BMW Of Sarasota

💰Doc fee is $900 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
📝Minor add-ons (~$374) 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: 12
Recent (12mo): 12
Complete Data: 12

What to Expect

When shopping at BMW Of Sarasota:

Expect a doc fee around $1,298
Add-ons may total around $374
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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