Transparency Verdict
Executive Auto Group earns a C.
Negotiate. Hard.
Average transparency — expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here consistently save money.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · North Haven, CT
Collected Apr 14, 2026 – Apr 14, 2026 · Updated Apr 26, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Executive Auto Group earned this grade
Between April 2026 and April 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 genuinely reasonable
$599 is $169 below the CT average of $768. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
! Where to push back
1 thingThe listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 3.8% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,330 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 Executive Auto Group
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
At a Glance
Tips for Executive Auto Group
- Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Minor add-ons (~$299) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- Dealer markup is only +4% 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 is Executive Auto Group's doc fee?
Executive Auto Group charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The CT average is $217. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Executive Auto Group add mandatory add-ons?
Executive Auto Group adds an average of $299 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 Executive Auto Group a good dealer?
Executive Auto Group has a transparency score of 77.6/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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 Executive Auto Group in North Haven, CT, 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?
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 C.
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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