Alderman Automotive

Name: Alderman Automotive
Address: 13875 Trade Center Drive, Fishers, IN, 46038, US
Telephone: 888-519-0533
Price range: Doc Fee: $229
Rating: 3.4

Fishers, IN2 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 17, 2025

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

68/100

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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.

$229

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.

$4,916

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.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.10

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.50

✓Doc fee ($229) is slightly above IN average ($199)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $4,916 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$229

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
2020 BMW X7	$51,867	—	$229	$8,538	View
2020 BMW X7	$47,382	—	$229	$1,294	View

2020 BMW X7

$51,867

Doc Fee$229

Add-ons$8,538

Savings—

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2020 BMW X7

$47,382

Doc Fee$229

Add-ons$1,294

Savings—

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Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

anti theftavg $299

2 quotes

lucas ceramicavg $995

2 quotes

engine for lifeavg $899

1 quote

ascent vscavg $6,345

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alderman Automotive's doc fee?

Alderman Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $229. The state average is $499. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Alderman Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Alderman Automotive adds an average of $4,916 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 Alderman Automotive a good dealer?

Alderman Automotive has a transparency score of 68/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($229) is at or below average

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

High add-ons averaging $4,916

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Tips for Alderman Automotive

🚨This dealer often adds $4,916 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
✅Doc fee ($229) 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: 1

What to Expect

When shopping at Alderman Automotive:

Expect a doc fee around $229
Add-ons may total around $4,916
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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