Bowman Chevrolet

Name: Bowman Chevrolet
Address: 9603 Dixie Highway, City of the Village of Clarkston, MI, 48348, US
Telephone: 877-347-7183
Price range: Doc Fee: $703
Rating: 2.1

City of the Village of Clarkston, MI2 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Dec 24, 2025 - Dec 29, 2025Claim this page

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42.9/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$703

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$733

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+50.0%

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.80

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.30

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.0

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($703) is $443 above MI average ($260)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $733 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 50.0% above listing (high — significant fees or add-ons)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$703

MI avg$260

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV	$14,979	—	$703	$733	View

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

$14,979

Doc Fee$703

Add-ons$733

Savings—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bowman Chevrolet's doc fee?

Bowman Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $703. The state average is $499. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Bowman Chevrolet add mandatory add-ons?

Bowman Chevrolet adds an average of $733 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 Bowman Chevrolet a good dealer?

Bowman Chevrolet has a transparency score of 42.9/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

High dealer markup (+50.0% above listing)

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Tips for Bowman Chevrolet

💰Doc fee is $305 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
⚡Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
⚠️Expect ~$733 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
📊Dealer markup is 50% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 2
Recent (12mo): 2
Complete Data: 2

What to Expect

When shopping at Bowman Chevrolet:

Expect a doc fee around $703
Add-ons may total around $733
OTD price is typically 50-51% above listing

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