Transparency Verdict
Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton earns an A.
Promising early read.
The verified deals we have so far look reasonable on fees and pricing. We'll firm up the verdict as more data comes in.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes · Chesterton, IN
Collected Sep 2, 2025 – Aug 8, 2026 · Updated Sep 28, 2026
One of the dealers buyers can trust.
Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton qualifies for the CarEdge Certified license — an A-grade transparency score of 96/100 from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.
The full story
Why Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton earned this grade
Between September 2025 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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
3 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $237, their doc fee sits at or just under the IN average. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Mandatory add-ons are the exception
Only 25% of quotes include add-ons you can't decline. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $9. Most shoppers here never see one.
The 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."
4 verified OTD quotes from Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton
- Minor add-ons (~$9) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
- Doc fee ($237) is at or below IN average. One less thing to negotiate.
- Dealer markup is about 1% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton charges a $237 documentation fee and averages $9 in dealer add-ons when present. Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton earns Transparency Grade A (96/100).
What is Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton's doc fee?
Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton charges a typical documentation fee of $237. The IN average is $256. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton add mandatory add-ons?
Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton adds an average of $9 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 Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton a good dealer?
Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton has a transparency score of 96/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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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 Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chesterton in Chesterton, IN, that has meant 4 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 A.
Doc Fee Comparison
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