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90–100 · Exceptional

Transparency Verdict

Apex Auto Group earns an A.

Promising early read.

The verified deals we have so far look reasonable on fees and pricing. We'll firm up the verdict as more data comes in.

Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · East Windsor, CT
Collected Jan 23, 2026Jan 27, 2026 · Updated Aug 10, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

East Windsor, CT

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CarEdge Certified — Apex Auto Group, Grade A, score 97 of 100
CarEdge Certified · Eligible

One of the dealers buyers can trust.

Apex Auto Group qualifies for the CarEdge Certified license — an A-grade transparency score of 97/100 from 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

The full story

Why Apex Auto Group earned this grade

Between January 2026 and January 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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 thing

Doc fee is genuinely reasonable

$495 is $240 below the CT average of $735. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.

! Where to push back

1 thing

The listing isn't quite the price

Quoted prices run about 4.3% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,505 in extra fees or markup.

TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.

2 verified OTD quotes from Apex Auto Group

Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction2 individual quotes

2018 Chevrolet Traverse

LTUsed2 quotes
$15,799
$495doc feeNo add-ons
View 2 Quotes →

At a Glance

Doc fee ($495) is at or below average
No mandatory add-ons detected

Tips for Apex Auto Group

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +4% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Live inventory

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Apex Auto Group charge?

Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Apex Auto Group charges a $495 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Apex Auto Group earns Transparency Grade A (96.9/100).

What is Apex Auto Group's doc fee?

Apex Auto Group charges a typical documentation fee of $495. The CT average is $735. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Apex Auto Group add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Apex Auto Group does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Apex Auto Group a good dealer?

Apex Auto Group has a transparency score of 96.9/100, earning a Grade A. 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.

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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 Apex Auto Group in East Windsor, CT, that has meant 2 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?

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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to A.

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
90
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$495
CT avg$735
National avg$400

Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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