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Carl Black Kennesaw GMC earns a C.
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- $799
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$395 above national avg
On 1 of 1 recent quotes
Limited confidenceUpdated How we score dealers
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Carl Black Kennesaw GMC earned this grade
Between February 2026 and February 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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.
✓ What they do well
1 thingThe price you see is the price you get
Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is significantly inflated
$799 is $395 above the national average of $404. 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.
1 verified OTD quote from Carl Black Kennesaw GMC
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Recent Quotes
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Carl Black Kennesaw GMC
- Doc fee is $395 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- Their only quote included $3 in add-ons (GA VEHICLE WARRANTY RIGHTS ACT), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is about 14% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Carl Black Kennesaw GMC charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Carl Black Kennesaw GMC charges a $799 documentation fee and averages $3 in dealer add-ons when present. Carl Black Kennesaw GMC earns Transparency Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is the doc fee at Carl Black Kennesaw GMC?
Carl Black Kennesaw GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The state average is $551. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Carl Black Kennesaw GMC add dealer add-ons?
Carl Black Kennesaw GMC adds an average of $3 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent verified quote. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Carl Black Kennesaw GMC a good dealership?
Carl Black Kennesaw GMC earns a Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Carl Black Kennesaw GMC has 3 verified quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Carl Black Kennesaw GMC?
CarEdge reviews Carl Black Kennesaw GMC on 1 verified out-the-door quote, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $799 versus a national average of $404. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent quote.
How does Carl Black Kennesaw GMC compare to other GMC dealers?
You can compare Carl Black Kennesaw GMC's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other GMC dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing GMC dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best GMC Dealerships in the US ranks GMC dealers on the same data.
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 Carl Black Kennesaw GMC, that has meant 1 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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