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Bill Hood Automotive Group

Covington, LA·3 verified quotes*

Dec 24, 2025Mar 23, 2026· Score updated Apr 8, 2026

C
70.1/100
Add-on Rate
67%of quotes

Avg $1,482 when present

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Price vs. Days on Lot

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0d125d250d375d500d$11k$34k$56k$79k$102kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
50
Add-on Behavior (30%)
50
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($995) is $561 above LA average ($434)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,482 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$995
LA avg$434
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

2026 Chevrolet Equinox

LT 4dr All-Wheel DriveNew2 quotes
$39,285
$995doc fee$968add-onsSaved $1,670
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2025 Ford F-150

Lariat 4x4 SuperCrew Cab 5.5 ft.New
$76,877
$425doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
protection planavg $1,482
2 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bill Hood Automotive Group's doc fee?

Bill Hood Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The LA average is $499. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Bill Hood Automotive Group add mandatory add-ons?

Bill Hood Automotive Group adds an average of $988 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 Bill Hood Automotive Group a good dealer?

Bill Hood Automotive Group has a transparency score of 70.1/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($995) is well above average ($499)
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Tips for Bill Hood Automotive Group

  • Doc fee is $595 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Expect ~$988 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Dealer markup is about 6% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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