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Bill Hood Chevrolet earns a D.
High fees or frequent add-ons are common here. Get every number in writing first.
- $995
- Doc fee
- 80%
- Dealer add-ons
$569 above LA avg
On 4 of 5 recent quotes
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Why Bill Hood Chevrolet earned this grade
Between October 2025 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 5 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
1 thingAdvertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.3% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee exceeds the state cap
Their typical doc fee of $995 is above LA's legal cap of $436. 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 $436 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 $1,071. 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.
5 verified OTD quotes from Bill Hood 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
4 vehicle transactions — 5 individual quotes
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Bill Hood Chevrolet
- Doc fee is $569 above LA average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- 4 of 5 quotes included $5,357 in add-ons (Protection Plan, Accessories), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Bill Hood Chevrolet charge?
Based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Bill Hood Chevrolet charges a $995 documentation fee and averages $1,071 in dealer add-ons when present. Bill Hood Chevrolet earns Transparency Grade D (66/100).
What is the doc fee at Bill Hood Chevrolet?
Bill Hood Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $995. The LA average is $426. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Bill Hood Chevrolet add dealer add-ons?
Bill Hood Chevrolet adds an average of $1,071 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 Bill Hood Chevrolet a good dealership?
Bill Hood Chevrolet has a transparency score of 66/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Bill Hood Chevrolet?
CarEdge reviews Bill Hood Chevrolet on 5 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D (66/100), with a typical doc fee of $995 versus an LA average of $426. Dealer add-ons appeared on 4 of 5 recent quotes.
Is Bill Hood Chevrolet a transparent Chevrolet dealer in Covington?
Not by CarEdge's measure. Bill Hood Chevrolet holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D (66/100), based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes. Get every number in writing and compare quotes from other Chevrolet dealers nearby.
How does Bill Hood Chevrolet compare to other Chevrolet dealers?
You can compare Bill Hood 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 guide Best Chevrolet Dealerships in the US ranks 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 Bill Hood Chevrolet in Covington, LA, that has meant 5 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deals 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 D.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 5 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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