Dale Howard Auto Center

Iowa Falls, IA·2 verified quotes*

Dec 15, 2025Dec 26, 2025· Score updated Mar 24, 2026

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Transparent Dealer
Score: 92.2/100
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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)74
Add-on Behavior (30%)100
Price Accuracy (30%)100
Data Quality (10%)100
  • Doc fee ($760) is $580 above IA average ($180)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Fees average 1.2% above listing (~$420 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$760
IA avg$180
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

2 verified quotes

2025 Ram 2500

Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" Box
$32,480

2025 Ram Ram 2500

Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 6'4" BoxNew
$41,990

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dale Howard Auto Center's doc fee?

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Is Dale Howard Auto Center a good dealer?

Dale Howard Auto Center has a transparency score of 92.2/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee is well above average
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Tips for Dale Howard Auto Center

  • Doc fee is above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • 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.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
2
Recent (12mo)
2
Complete Data
2

What to Expect

When shopping at Dale Howard Auto Center:

  • Doc fee details available with a free account
  • You'll likely see no mandatory add-ons
  • OTD price is typically about 1% above listing
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