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Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka earns a D.

Early deals raised concerns on fees, add-ons or markup. Get every number in writing.

$699
Doc fee

$173 above KS avg

50%
Dealer add-ons

On 1 of 2 recent quotes

2
Verified quotes →

Price negotiated down on 1 car

Limited confidenceTopeka, KSUpdated How we score dealersPart of Cable Dahmer Automotive Group

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

Topeka, KS

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The full story

Why Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka earned this grade

Between March 2026 and March 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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.

! Where to push back

2 things

Doc fee is slightly padded

$699 is $173 above the KS average of $526. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.

TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.

Listing price and real price disagree

Quoted prices run 8.5% above the advertised listing — roughly $2,975 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.

TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.

✓ What they do well:Nothing stands out as a strength in this data. That's the finding.

2 verified OTD quotes from Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka

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

1 vehicle transaction — 2 individual quotes

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$13,367
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Most Common Add-ons

Quoted Add-ons
nitrogenavg $890
1 quote
accessoriesavg $998
1 quote
paint protectionavg $998
1 quote

At a Glance

High dealer markup (+8.5% above listing)

Tips for Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka

  • 1 of 2 quotes included $2,886 in add-ons (Nitrogen, Accessories, Paint Protection), not marked optional.
  • Dealer markup is 9% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($699) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka charge?

Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka charges a $699 documentation fee and averages $1,443 in dealer add-ons when present. Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka earns Transparency Grade D, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).

What is the doc fee at Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka?

Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The KS average is $526. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka add dealer add-ons?

Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka adds an average of $1,443 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 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 Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka a good dealership?

Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka earns a Grade D, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka has 3 verified quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

What do reviews say about Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka?

CarEdge reviews Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $699 versus a KS average of $526. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent quotes.

Is Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka a transparent Buick dealer in Topeka?

CarEdge has limited data on Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka so far. Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.

How does Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka compare to other Buick dealers?

You can compare Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Buick dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Buick dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Buick Dealerships in the US ranks Buick 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 Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Topeka in Topeka, KS, that has meant 2 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to D.

Fee Transparency (30%)
83
Add-on Behavior (30%)
60
Price Accuracy (30%)
54
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699
KS avg$526
National avg$404

Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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