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Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton earns an A.

Early deals look fair on fees and pricing. CarEdge will firm this up as more data comes in.

$799
Doc fee

$50 above NC avg

None
Dealer add-ons

In 3 recent quotes

3
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The full story

Why Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton earned this grade

Between January 2026 and January 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 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

3 things

Doc fee is in line with the market

At $799, their doc fee is within $50 of the NC average of $749. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.

No dealer add-ons detected

Across 3 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.

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."

! Where to push back:Nothing glaring. That's part of why they scored where they did.

3 verified OTD quotes from Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton

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 — 3 individual quotes

2025 Ford F-150

Platinum 4x4 SuperCrew Cab 5.5 ft.New
$81,707
$799doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Ford F-150

PlatinumNew2 quotes
$82,732
—doc feeNo add-ons
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At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is about 5% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton charge?

Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton charges a $799 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton earns Transparency Grade A (95/100).

What is the doc fee at Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton?

Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The NC average is $749. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton add dealer add-ons?

Based on our data, quotes from Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton typically do not include dealer add-ons. When add-ons do appear, some may be marked optional. Dealer add-ons appeared on 0 of 3 recent verified quotes.

Is Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton a good dealership?

Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton has a transparency score of 95/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

What do reviews say about Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton?

CarEdge reviews Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton on 3 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (95/100), with a typical doc fee of $799 versus an NC average of $749. None of its 3 recent quotes included dealer add-ons.

Is Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton a transparent Ford dealer in Clinton?

Yes. Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (95/100), based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.

How does Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton compare to other Ford dealers?

You can compare Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton'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 North Carolina 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 Deacon Jones Ford of Clinton in Clinton, NC, that has meant 3 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to A.

Fee Transparency (30%)
95
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
67

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799
NC avg$749
National avg$404

Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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