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Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas earns a D.
High fees or frequent add-ons are common here. Get every number in writing first.
- $445
- Doc fee
- 56%
- Dealer add-ons
$219 above TX avg
On 5 of 9 recent quotes
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Why Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas earned this grade
Between September 2025 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 9 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 exceeds the state cap
Their typical doc fee of $445 is above TX's legal cap of $225. This is a red flag — every dealer in the state must stay at or below this number.
TipTell them you expect the doc fee at $225 or lower. It's not optional; it's the law.
Quoted add-ons show up on many deals
44% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $876. Expect to see items like paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, or VIN etching on your quote.
TipAsk which items are genuinely required and which are dealer-added. Anything not required by the manufacturer or the state is worth pushing on.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 5.1% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,785 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.
9 verified OTD quotes from Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas
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
6 vehicle transactions — 9 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas
- 4 of 9 quotes included $7,880 in add-ons (Protection Plan, Accessories), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($445) 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 Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas charge?
Based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas charges a $445 documentation fee and averages $876 in dealer add-ons when present. Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas earns Transparency Grade D (68/100).
What is the doc fee at Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas?
Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas charges a typical documentation fee of $445. The TX average is $226. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas add dealer add-ons?
Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas adds an average of $876 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 5 of 9 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 Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas a good dealership?
Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas has a transparency score of 68/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas?
CarEdge reviews Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas on 9 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D (68/100), with a typical doc fee of $445 versus a TX average of $226. Dealer add-ons appeared on 5 of 9 recent quotes.
Is Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas a transparent Chevrolet dealer in Dallas?
Not by CarEdge's measure. Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D (68/100), based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes. Get every number in writing and compare quotes from other Chevrolet dealers nearby.
How does Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas compare to other Chevrolet dealers?
You can compare Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Chevrolet dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Chevrolet dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Dallas-Fort Worth, Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Texas and Best Chevrolet Dealerships in the US rank Chevrolet dealers on the same data.
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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 Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas in Dallas, TX, that has meant 9 verified OTD quotes across 2 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 D.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 9 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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