Transparency Verdict
Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat earns a C.
Negotiate. Hard.
Average transparency — expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here consistently save money.
Developing confidence — based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Bay Minette, AL
Collected Jun 8, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026 · Updated Oct 17, 2026
The full story
Why Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat earned this grade
Between June 2026 and October 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.
✓ What they do well
1 thingMandatory add-ons are the exception
Only 20% of quotes include add-ons you can't decline. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $160. Most shoppers here never see one.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$898 is $183 above the AL average of $715. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 4.7% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,645 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 Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat
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 transactions — 5 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat
- 1 of 5 quotes included $799 in add-ons (Chuck Stevens Protection package), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($898) 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 Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat charge?
Based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat charges a $898 documentation fee and averages $160 in dealer add-ons when present. Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).
What is Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat's doc fee?
Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat charges a typical documentation fee of $898. The AL average is $715. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat add mandatory add-ons?
Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat adds an average of $160 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 Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat a good dealer?
Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat 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 5 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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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 Chuck Stevens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat in Bay Minette, AL, that has meant 5 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 5 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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