Carfive earns a C.
Expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here save money.
- $795
- Doc fee
- 80%
- Dealer add-ons
$240 above MA avg
On 4 of 5 recent quotes
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Why Carfive earned this grade
Between November 2025 and August 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.
! Where to push back
3 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$795 is $240 above the MA average of $555. 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.
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 $385. 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.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 4.5% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,575 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
5 verified OTD quotes from Carfive
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
3 vehicle transactions — 5 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Carfive
- 4 of 5 quotes included $1,923 in add-ons (Accessories, Paint Protection), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($795) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Carfive charge?
Based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Carfive charges a $795 documentation fee and averages $385 in dealer add-ons when present. Carfive earns Transparency Grade C (75/100).
What is the doc fee at Carfive?
Carfive charges a typical documentation fee of $795. The MA average is $555. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Carfive add dealer add-ons?
Carfive adds an average of $385 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 Carfive a good dealership?
Carfive has a transparency score of 75/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Carfive?
CarEdge reviews Carfive on 5 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (75/100), with a typical doc fee of $795 versus an MA average of $555. Dealer add-ons appeared on 4 of 5 recent quotes.
Is Carfive a transparent car dealer in Salem?
Carfive is about average. Carfive holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (75/100), based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other car dealers nearby before you buy.
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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 Carfive in Salem, MA, that has meant 5 verified OTD quotes 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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