Transparency Verdict
A & B Auto Sales earns a C.
Mixed early signals.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.
Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Ekalaka, MT
Collected Aug 28, 2026 – Aug 28, 2026 · Updated Sep 7, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
Location
Ekalaka, MT
The full story
Why A & B Auto Sales earned this grade
Between August 2026 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.
✓ What they do well
1 thingThe price you see is the price you get
Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is slightly padded
$495 is $178 above the MT average of $317. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
1 verified OTD quote from A & B Auto Sales
Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.
Recent Quotes
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1 verified quote
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for A & B Auto Sales
- This dealer often adds $2,290 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
- Doc fee ($495) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is about 5% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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On the lot right now
Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.
Current Inventory
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Median Price
64
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does A & B Auto Sales charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, A & B Auto Sales charges a $495 documentation fee and averages $2,290 in dealer add-ons when present. A & B Auto Sales earns Transparency Grade C (71/100).
What is A & B Auto Sales's doc fee?
A & B Auto Sales charges a typical documentation fee of $495. The MT average is $317. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does A & B Auto Sales add mandatory add-ons?
A & B Auto Sales adds an average of $2,290 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 A & B Auto Sales a good dealer?
A & B Auto Sales has a transparency score of 71/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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How we know this
Every number on this page came from a real deal.
Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.
For A & B Auto Sales in Ekalaka, MT, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.
Fee Transparency
30%Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.
Data Quality
10%More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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