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Bob Davidson Ford

Smyrna, DE·15 verified quotes*

Nov 4, 2025Mar 17, 2026· Score updated Apr 10, 2026

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 94.4/100
Add-on Rate
7%of quotes

Avg $1,099 when present

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Bob Davidson Ford Review

Based on 15 verified OTD quotes from Nov 2025 to Mar 2026, Bob Davidson Ford earns a Grade A (94.4/100). Their typical doc fee of $800 is close to the DE average ($653). When present, add-ons average $73, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,615.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
85
Add-on Behavior (30%)
96
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($800) is slightly above DE average ($693)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,099 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$800
DE avg$693
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 vehicle transactions15 individual quotes

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Most Common Add-ons

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simoniz (optional)avg $1,099
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bob Davidson Ford's doc fee?

Bob Davidson Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $800. The DE average is $653. This is based on 15 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Bob Davidson Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Bob Davidson Ford adds an average of $73 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 Bob Davidson Ford a good dealer?

Bob Davidson Ford has a transparency score of 94.4/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 15 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Bob Davidson Ford

  • Doc fee is $400 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$73) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Dealer markup is about 6% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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