Transparency Verdict
Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac 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.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes · Matteson, IL
Collected Sep 22, 2025 – Apr 27, 2026 · Updated May 1, 2026
The full story
Why Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac earned this grade
Between September 2025 and April 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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
3 thingsDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$184 is $192 below the IL average of $376. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
No dealer add-ons detected
Across 4 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.3% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
4 verified OTD quotes from Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac
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
4 verified quotes
At a Glance
Tips for Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
- Doc fee ($184) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac's doc fee?
Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac charges a typical documentation fee of $184. The IL average is $376. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac a good dealer?
Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac has a transparency score of 95/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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 Arnie Bauer Buick GMC Cadillac in Matteson, IL, that has meant 4 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to A.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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