Southlake Auto

IN2 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Nov 22, 2025 - Nov 26, 2025Claim this page

Limited data. This score is based on 2 quotes and may change as more data becomes available.

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 90/100

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.

$251

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.

$139

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%

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.97

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.70

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 ($251) is slightly above IN average ($199)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $139 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$251

IN avg$199

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 Nissan Pathfinder	$40,435	—	$251	$277	View
2026 Kia Sportage	$35,626	—	$251	None	View

2025 Nissan Pathfinder

$40,435

Doc Fee$251

Add-ons$277

Savings—

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2026 Kia Sportage

$35,626

Doc Fee$251

Add-onsNone

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southlake Auto's doc fee?

Southlake Auto charges a typical documentation fee of $251. The IN average is $217. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Southlake Auto add mandatory add-ons?

Southlake Auto adds an average of $139 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 Southlake Auto a good dealer?

Southlake Auto has a transparency score of 90/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 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 Southlake Auto

📝Minor add-ons (~$139) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
✅Doc fee ($251) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
ℹ️Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 2
Recent (12mo): 2
Complete Data: 2

What to Expect

When shopping at Southlake Auto:

Expect a doc fee around $251
Add-ons may total around $139
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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