Thigpen Automotive Group

Name: Thigpen Automotive Group
Address: 330 U.S. 25, Waynesboro, GA, 30830, US
Telephone: 912-537-9324
Price range: Doc Fee: $995
Rating: 4.4

Waynesboro, GA3 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 22, 2025 - Oct 6, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 88.8/100

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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

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.

$6,287

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.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 ($995) is $396 above GA average ($599)
✓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$995

GA avg$599

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 Chevrolet Silverado EV Crew Cab Pickup	$76,651	—	$995	None	View
2024 Chevrolet Trax	$21,889	$6,287	$995	None	View

2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV

Crew Cab Pickup

$76,651

Doc Fee$995

Add-onsNone

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

2024 Chevrolet Trax

$21,889

Doc Fee$995

Add-onsNone

Savings$6,287

View Original OTD Quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thigpen Automotive Group's doc fee?

Thigpen Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The FL average is $621. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Is Thigpen Automotive Group a good dealer?

Thigpen Automotive Group has a transparency score of 88.8/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

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

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Tips for Thigpen Automotive Group

💰Doc fee is $597 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
👍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.
ℹ️Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 3
Recent (12mo): 3
Complete Data: 3

What to Expect

When shopping at Thigpen Automotive Group:

Expect a doc fee around $995
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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