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Balise Chevrolet earns a B.
Early deals look mostly fair. Read the out-the-door carefully before you sign.
- $779
- Doc fee
- 25%
- Dealer add-ons
$224 above MA avg
On 1 of 4 recent quotes
Developing confidenceSpringfield, MAUpdated How we score dealersPart of Balise Motor Sales Co.
The full story
Why Balise Chevrolet earned this grade
Between September 2026 and October 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
2 thingsQuoted add-ons are the exception
Only 25% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $249. Most shoppers here never see one.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.6% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is significantly inflated
$779 is $224 above the MA average of $555. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.
TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.
4 verified OTD quotes from Balise Chevrolet
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
3 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Balise Chevrolet
- 1 of 4 quotes included $995 in add-ons (JM&A Appearance Protection), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($779) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Balise Chevrolet charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Balise Chevrolet charges a $779 documentation fee and averages $249 in dealer add-ons when present. Balise Chevrolet earns Transparency Grade B (89/100).
What is the doc fee at Balise Chevrolet?
Balise Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $779. The MA average is $555. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Balise Chevrolet add dealer add-ons?
Balise Chevrolet adds an average of $249 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 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 Balise Chevrolet a good dealership?
Balise Chevrolet has a transparency score of 89/100, earning a Grade B. 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.
What do reviews say about Balise Chevrolet?
CarEdge reviews Balise Chevrolet on 4 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade B (89/100), with a typical doc fee of $779 versus an MA average of $555. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 recent quotes.
Is Balise Chevrolet a transparent Chevrolet dealer in Springfield?
Yes. Balise Chevrolet holds CarEdge Transparency Grade B (89/100), based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Balise Chevrolet compare to other Chevrolet dealers?
You can compare Balise Chevrolet's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Chevrolet dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Chevrolet dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Hartford, Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Massachusetts and Best Chevrolet Dealerships in the US rank Chevrolet dealers on the same data.
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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 Balise Chevrolet in Springfield, MA, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deal 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 B.
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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