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Balise

West Springfield, MA·3 verified quotes*

Oct 9, 2025Oct 15, 2025· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

F
50.5/100
Add-on Rate
100%of quotes

Avg $2,011 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
69
Add-on Behavior (30%)
20
Price Accuracy (30%)
46
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($779) is $217 above MA average ($562)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $2,011 when present
  • Fees average 9.4% above listing (~$3,290 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$779
MA avg$562
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

2026 Honda Civic Sedan

LXNew2 quotes
$28,919
$779doc fee$1,679add-ons
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2025 Honda Civic

Type RNew
$53,704
$779doc fee$2,674add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
protection planavg $1,508
4 quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balise's doc fee?

Balise charges a typical documentation fee of $779. The MA average is $465. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Balise add mandatory add-ons?

Balise adds an average of $2,011 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 Balise a good dealer?

Balise has a transparency score of 50.5/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($779) is well above average ($465)
High add-ons averaging $2,011
High dealer markup (+9.4% above listing)
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Tips for Balise

  • Doc fee is $379 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer often adds $2,011 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
  • Dealer markup is 9% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
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