Auto Boutique earns an F.
Expect inflated fees, surprise add-ons, or big gaps from the listing. Bring CarEdge data and be ready to walk.
- $1,298
- Doc fee
- 80%
- Dealer add-ons
$1,071 above TX avg
On 4 of 5 recent quotes
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Why Auto Boutique earned this grade
Between September 2025 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 7 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.
! Where to push back
3 thingsDoc fee exceeds the state cap
Their typical doc fee of $1,298 is above TX's legal cap of $225. This is a red flag — every dealer in the state must stay at or below this number.
TipTell them you expect the doc fee at $225 or lower. It's not optional; it's the law.
Quoted add-ons show up on most deals
80% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,027. Plan on seeing them on your quote.
TipAsk for an itemized quote before signing, and ask the dealer to confirm in writing which add-ons, if any, are required.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 4.5% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,575 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.
5 verified OTD quotes from Auto Boutique
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Recent Quotes
Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions
5 verified quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Auto Boutique
- Doc fee is $1,071 above TX average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- 4 of 5 quotes included $6,993 in add-ons (Accessories, Theft Protection, Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
- Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Auto Boutique charge?
Based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Auto Boutique charges a $1,298 documentation fee and averages $1,027 in dealer add-ons when present. Auto Boutique earns Transparency Grade F (45/100).
What is the doc fee at Auto Boutique?
Auto Boutique charges a typical documentation fee of $1,298. The TX average is $227. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Auto Boutique add dealer add-ons?
Auto Boutique adds an average of $1,027 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 4 of 5 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Auto Boutique a good dealership?
Auto Boutique has a transparency score of 45/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Auto Boutique?
CarEdge reviews Auto Boutique on 7 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade F (45/100), with a typical doc fee of $1,298 versus a TX average of $227. Dealer add-ons appeared on 4 of 5 recent quotes.
Is Auto Boutique a transparent car dealer in Alvin?
Not by CarEdge's measure. Auto Boutique holds CarEdge Transparency Grade F (45/100), based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes. Get every number in writing and compare quotes from other car dealers nearby.
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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 Auto Boutique in Alvin, TX, that has meant 7 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 F.
Doc Fee Comparison
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