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California Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in California? We analyzed 68 verified OTD quotes from 11 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

California's average doc fee is $290 $110 below the national average.

11
Dealers
68
Quotes
90/100
Avg Score
$290
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $400
91%
No Add-ons
$191
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

California Dealer Grade Distribution

73%
A8
0%
B0
27%
C3
0%
D0
0%
F0

Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in California

The most transparent dealers in California based on verified pricing data.

RankDealerGradeQuotes
#1Multi Brand Auto Group
A
92.9/100
7
#2Main Street Motors
C
75.9/100
50

Highest Doc Fees in California

These California dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $290.

#DealerDoc FeeQuotes
1Multi Brand Auto Group$3997
2Main Street Motors$39950

Lowest-Rated Dealers in California

These California dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Main Street Motors
C
75.9/100
$39950
Multi Brand Auto Group
A
92.9/100
$3997

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