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Dave Syverson Ford earns an A.
Early deals look fair on fees and pricing. CarEdge will firm this up as more data comes in.
- $150
- Doc fee
- None
- Dealer add-ons
$178 below MN avg
In 1 recent quote
Limited confidenceAlbert Lea, MNUpdated How we score dealers
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Dave Syverson Ford earned this grade
Between September 2026 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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 thingsDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$150 is $178 below the MN average of $328. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
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."
1 verified OTD quote from Dave Syverson Ford
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Recent Quotes
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At a Glance
Tips for Dave Syverson Ford
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Doc fee ($150) is at or below MN average. One less thing to negotiate.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is about 4% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Dave Syverson Ford charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Dave Syverson Ford charges a $150 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Dave Syverson Ford earns Transparency Grade A, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is the doc fee at Dave Syverson Ford?
Dave Syverson Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $150. The MN average is $328. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Dave Syverson Ford add dealer add-ons?
Based on our data, quotes from Dave Syverson Ford typically do not include dealer add-ons. When add-ons do appear, some may be marked optional. Dealer add-ons appeared on 0 of 1 recent verified quote.
Is Dave Syverson Ford a good dealership?
Dave Syverson Ford earns a Grade A, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Dave Syverson Ford has 3 verified quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Dave Syverson Ford?
CarEdge reviews Dave Syverson Ford on 1 verified out-the-door quote, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $150 versus an MN average of $328. None of its 1 recent quote included dealer add-ons.
Is Dave Syverson Ford a transparent Ford dealer in Albert Lea?
CarEdge has limited data on Dave Syverson Ford so far. Dave Syverson Ford holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Dave Syverson Ford compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Dave Syverson Ford's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ford Dealerships in Minnesota and Best Ford Dealerships in the US rank Ford 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 Dave Syverson Ford in Albert Lea, MN, that has meant 1 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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