Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota

Name: Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota
Address: 4754 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL, 34233, US
Telephone: 844-773-9490
Price range: Doc Fee: $995
Rating: 3.9

Sarasota, FL22 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 30, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026Claim this page

77.7/100

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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.

$995

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.

$430

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.

$1,558

Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota Data-Driven Review

Based on 22 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Jan 2026, Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota earns a Grade C transparency score of 77.7/100. Their doc fee of $995 is $374 above the FL average ($621). When present, add-ons average $430, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,558.

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.63

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.78

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.55

✓Doc fee ($995) is at or below FL average ($999)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $430 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$995

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
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 GLE350W (A9) / 4dr 4x2 Sport Utility	$70,000	$1,779	$995	None	View
2024 Cadillac XT6 FWD Premium Luxury	$52,206	$1,337	—	$1,294	View
2024 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury	$51,747	—	—	$995	View
2024 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury	$51,765	—	$595	None	View
2024 Cadillac XT6 FWD Premium Luxury	$53,543	—	$995	None	View
2025 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus	$86,695	—	—	$995	View
2023 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus	$73,097	—	$995	None	View
2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i	$32,538	—	$995	None	View
2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i	$33,892	—	$995	None	View

Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The FL average is $621. This is based on 22 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota add mandatory add-ons?

Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota adds an average of $430 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 Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota a good dealer?

Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota has a transparency score of 77.7/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 22 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Doc fee ($995) is well above average ($621)

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Tips for Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota

💰Doc fee is $597 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
📝Minor add-ons (~$430) 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.
📈22 quotes analyzed. This score is based on solid data.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 22
Recent (12mo): 22
Complete Data: 12

What to Expect

When shopping at Mercedes-Benz Of Sarasota:

Expect a doc fee around $995
Add-ons may total around $430
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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