C
70–79 · Average

Transparency Verdict

Carma Automotive Group earns a C.

Mixed early signals.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.

Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Duluth, GA
Collected Nov 22, 2025Dec 2, 2025 · Updated May 4, 2026

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

Location

Duluth, GA

1 rated dealer within 30 miles · Open full map →

The full story

Why Carma Automotive Group earned this grade

Between November 2025 and December 2025, 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.

What they do well

2 things

Doc fee is genuinely reasonable

$595 is $227 below the GA average of $822. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.

Advertised pricing is largely honest

On average, the quoted price is only 2.0% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.

! Where to push back:Nothing glaring. That's part of why they scored where they did.

2 verified OTD quotes from Carma Automotive Group

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 transaction2 individual quotes

2015 Toyota Tundra

CrewMaxUsed2 quotes
$33,118
$595doc fee$595add-onsSaved $214
View 2 Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

1
protection planavg $595
2 quotes

At a Glance

Doc fee ($595) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Carma Automotive Group

  • Expect ~$595 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($595) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Live inventory

On the lot right now

Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carma Automotive Group's doc fee?

Carma Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $595. The GA average is $822. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Carma Automotive Group add mandatory add-ons?

Carma Automotive Group adds an average of $595 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 Carma Automotive Group a good dealer?

Carma Automotive Group has a transparency score of 79/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

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 Carma Automotive Group in Duluth, GA, 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?

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 C.

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

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$595
GA avg$822
National avg$400

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

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