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Nelson Mazda (cool Springs)

TN4 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Dec 1, 2025 - Jan 14, 2026Claim this page
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 95/100
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.
$797
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.
$750

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.83
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.100
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 ($797) is $298 above TN average ($499)
  • ✓No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$797
TN avg$499
National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

2016 Mazda CX-5

Grand Touring

$17,944
Doc Fee$897
Add-onsNone
Savings—

2026 Mazda CX-90

3.3 Turbo Premium Plus

$51,052
Doc Fee$797
Add-onsNone
Savings$750

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nelson Mazda (cool Springs)'s doc fee?

Nelson Mazda (cool Springs) charges a typical documentation fee of $797. The TN average is $630. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Is Nelson Mazda (cool Springs) a good dealer?

Nelson Mazda (cool Springs) has a transparency score of 95/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Nelson Mazda (cool Springs)

  • 💰Doc fee is $399 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • ⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • 👍This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
4
Recent (12mo)
4
Complete Data
4

What to Expect

When shopping at Nelson Mazda (cool Springs):

  • Expect a doc fee around $797
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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