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Ford Of Downtown La

Los Angeles, CA10 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 12, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025Claim this page
C
70/100
Shop Inventory888-533-8571Website
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.
$5,050
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.
$5,816

Ford Of Downtown La Data-Driven Review

Based on 10 verified OTD quotes collected between Sep 2025 and Dec 2025, Ford Of Downtown La earns a Grade C transparency score of 70/100. Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. Add-ons average $5,050 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $5,816.

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.0
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 $5,050 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.

2025 Ford Ranger

Raptor 4x4 SuperCrew

$76,421
Doc Fee$85
Add-ons$9,485
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Ford Mustang

EcoBoost Premium 2dr Fastback

$42,848
Doc Fee$85
Add-ons$1,994
Savings$5,816
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.

1
ams theft patrolavg $1,745
10 quotes
2
clearshieldavg $707
10 quotes
3
custom packageavg $5,000
4 quotes
4
permaplateavg $1,495
4 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ford Of Downtown La's doc fee?

Ford Of Downtown La charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $98. This is based on 10 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Ford Of Downtown La add mandatory add-ons?

Ford Of Downtown La adds an average of $5,050 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 Ford Of Downtown La a good dealer?

Ford Of Downtown La has a transparency score of 70/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 10 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
High add-ons averaging $5,050

Tips for Ford Of Downtown La

  • 🚨This dealer often adds $5,050 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • ✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below LA 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
10
Recent (12mo)
10
Complete Data
10

What to Expect

When shopping at Ford Of Downtown La:

  • Expect a doc fee around $85
  • Add-ons may total around $5,050
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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