D
60–69 · Below average

Transparency Verdict

Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta earns a D.

Early caution.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we observed concerns on fees, add-ons, or markup. The picture may shift as we collect more data — get every number in writing.

Developing confidence — based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Lithia Springs, GA
Collected Jul 17, 2026Aug 31, 2026 · Updated Sep 18, 2026

Location

Lithia Springs, GA

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The full story

Why Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta earned this grade

Between July 2026 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 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

3 things

Doc fee is significantly inflated

$999 is $237 above the GA average of $762. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.

TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.

Mandatory add-ons show up on most deals

33% of quotes include add-ons presented as non-negotiable. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,331. Expect them to try to include something — paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, VIN etching.

TipAsk which items are genuinely required and which are dealer-added. Anything not required by the manufacturer or the state is worth pushing on.

Listing price and real price disagree

Quoted prices run 12.2% above the advertised listing — roughly $4,270 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.

3 verified OTD quotes from Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta

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

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

2025 Mazda CX-5

S Select PackageUsed2 quotes
$26,552
$999doc feeSaved $4,272
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2023 Ram Ram 1500 Pickup

Big Horn/Lone StarUsed
$50,024
$1,000doc feeNo mandatory add-ons$3,993optional
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Most Common Add-ons

Optional — ask to remove
protection planavg $3,993
1 quote
Mandatory
protection planavg $3,993
1 quote

At a Glance

High dealer markup (+12.2% above listing)

Tips for Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta

  • This dealer often adds $1,331 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Dealer markup is 12% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($999) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta charge?

Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta charges a $999 documentation fee and averages $1,331 in dealer add-ons when present. Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta earns Transparency Grade D (61/100).

What is Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta's doc fee?

Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta charges a typical documentation fee of $999. The GA average is $762. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta add mandatory add-ons?

Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta adds an average of $1,331 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 Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta a good dealer?

Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta has a transparency score of 61/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

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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 Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta in Lithia Springs, GA, that has meant 3 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%)
76
Add-on Behavior (30%)
70
Price Accuracy (30%)
23
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$999
GA avg$762
National avg$404

Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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