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Drive Knight Group

CA·3 verified quotes*

Nov 25, 2025Dec 21, 2025· Score updated Apr 10, 2026

F
43.7/100
Doc Fee
$85

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
67%of quotes

Avg $7,585 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
20
Price Accuracy (30%)
4
Data Quality (10%)
67
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $7,585 when present
  • Fees average 14.6% above listing (~$5,110 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$101
National avg$400

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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $947
2 quotes
2
protection planavg $4,996
1 quote
3
paint protectionavg $1,295
1 quote
4
lifetime batteryavg $995
1 quote
5
gap insuranceavg $995
1 quote
6
care free eliteavg $4,995
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drive Knight Group's doc fee?

Drive Knight Group charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $85. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Drive Knight Group add mandatory add-ons?

Drive Knight Group adds an average of $5,057 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 Drive Knight Group a good dealer?

Drive Knight Group has a transparency score of 43.7/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
High add-ons averaging $5,057
High dealer markup (+14.6% above listing)
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Tips for Drive Knight Group

  • This dealer often adds $5,057 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
  • Dealer markup is 15% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
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