Transparency Verdict
Crown Automotive Group 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 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · St. Petersburg, FL
Collected Feb 14, 2026 – Feb 16, 2026 · Updated Apr 29, 2026
The full story
Why Crown Automotive Group earned this grade
Between February 2026 and February 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
2 thingsNo dealer add-ons detected
Across 4 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.7% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is significantly inflated
$1,195 is $210 above the FL average of $985. 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.
4 verified OTD quotes from Crown 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 transaction — 4 individual quotes
2023 Cadillac CT5
At a Glance
Tips for Crown Automotive Group
- Doc fee is $795 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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.
Current Inventory
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Median Price
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Median Days Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crown Automotive Group's doc fee?
Crown Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $1,195. The FL average is $499. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Crown Automotive Group add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Crown Automotive Group does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Crown Automotive Group a good dealer?
Crown Automotive Group has a transparency score of 79.1/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 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 Crown Automotive Group in St. Petersburg, FL, that has meant 4 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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