Transparency Verdict
Deacon Jones Honda earns a B.
Early read: mostly fair.
Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Goldsboro, NC
Collected Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 14, 2026 · Updated Oct 3, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Deacon Jones Honda earned this grade
Between September 2026 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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
1 thingDoc fee is in line with the market
At $799, their doc fee is within $46 of the NC average of $753. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
! Where to push back
1 thingThe listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 3.4% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,190 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.
2 verified OTD quotes from Deacon Jones Honda
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 — 2 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Deacon Jones Honda
- Minor add-ons (~$498) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Deacon Jones Honda charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Deacon Jones Honda charges a $799 documentation fee and averages $498 in dealer add-ons when present. Deacon Jones Honda earns Transparency Grade B, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
What is Deacon Jones Honda's doc fee?
Deacon Jones Honda charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The NC average is $753. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Deacon Jones Honda add mandatory add-ons?
Deacon Jones Honda adds an average of $498 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Deacon Jones Honda a good dealer?
Deacon Jones Honda earns a Grade B, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Deacon Jones Honda has 3 verified quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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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 Honda in Goldsboro, NC, that has meant 2 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 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 B.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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