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South Bay Ford Lincoln

10 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 17, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025Claim this page
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 100/100
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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.
$85
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.
$202

South Bay Ford Lincoln Data-Driven Review

Based on 10 verified OTD quotes collected between Sep 2025 and Dec 2025, South Bay Ford Lincoln earns a Grade A transparency score of 100/100. Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the national average. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $202.

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.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 ($85) is at or below national average ($398)
  • ✓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$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.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E

Premium 4dr 4x2K3R

$29,058
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings—

2022 Subaru Ascent

Touring 7-Passenger (CVT) All-Wheel

$34,054
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings$202

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Bay Ford Lincoln's doc fee?

South Bay Ford Lincoln charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The state average is $499. This is based on 10 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Is South Bay Ford Lincoln a good dealer?

South Bay Ford Lincoln has a transparency score of 100/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 10 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for South Bay Ford Lincoln

  • ⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • ✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • 👍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
10
Recent (12mo)
10
Complete Data
10

What to Expect

When shopping at South Bay Ford Lincoln:

  • Expect a doc fee around $85
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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