Leif Johnson Ford Austin

TX17 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Jul 24, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 90.2/100

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.

$391

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%

Leif Johnson Ford Austin Data-Driven Review

Based on 17 verified OTD quotes collected between Jul 2025 and Nov 2025, Leif Johnson Ford Austin earns a Grade A transparency score of 90.2/100. Their typical doc fee of $225 is close to the TX average ($184). When present, add-ons average $391, which is relatively low.

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.75

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 ($225) is slightly above TX average ($150)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $391 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	$56,728	—	$225	None	View
2025 Ford Bronco Convertible	$60,130	—	$225	$1,348	View
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E	$52,339	—	$225	None	View
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E	$48,225	—	$225	$649	View
2024 Ford Expedition	$46,884	—	$225	None	View
2025 Ford Bronco Sport	$32,680	—	$225	$1,348	View

2025 Ford Explorer

$56,728

Doc Fee$225

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2025 Ford Bronco

Convertible

$60,130

Doc Fee$225

Add-ons$1,348

Savings—

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2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E

$52,339

Doc Fee$225

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E

$48,225

Doc Fee$225

Add-ons$649

Savings—

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2024 Ford Expedition

$46,884

Doc Fee$225

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2025 Ford Bronco Sport

$32,680

Doc Fee$225

Add-ons$1,348

Savings—

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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.

ceramic window tintavg $649

7 quotes

lojack spireonavg $699

3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leif Johnson Ford Austin's doc fee?

Leif Johnson Ford Austin charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $184. This is based on 17 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Leif Johnson Ford Austin add mandatory add-ons?

Leif Johnson Ford Austin adds an average of $391 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 Leif Johnson Ford Austin a good dealer?

Leif Johnson Ford Austin has a transparency score of 90.2/100, 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

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Leif Johnson Ford Austin

📝Minor add-ons (~$391) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅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: 15

What to Expect

When shopping at Leif Johnson Ford Austin:

Expect a doc fee around $225
Add-ons may total around $391
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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