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Ferman Mazda of Brandon earns an A.

Fees are reasonable, add-ons are rare, and the final price usually matches the listing.

$1,200
Doc fee

$208 above FL avg

None
Dealer add-ons

In 20 recent quotes

20
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Price negotiated down on 5 cars

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Location

Tampa, FL

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The full story

Why Ferman Mazda of Brandon earned this grade

Between August 2025 and November 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 20 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

No dealer add-ons detected

Across 20 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."

Shoppers who negotiated saved real money

Across 5 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $2,484 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.

TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Doc fee is significantly inflated

$1,200 is $208 above the FL average of $992. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.

TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.

20 verified OTD quotes from Ferman Mazda of Brandon

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

13 vehicle transactions — 20 individual quotes

2026 Mazda CX-50

PreferredNew
$34,506
$1,399doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Mazda CX-50

PreferredNew
$36,190
$1,399doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Mazda CX-50

PreferredNew
$33,858
$1,399doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Mazda CX-90

Premium Plus PackageNew
$46,833
$1,399doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Mazda CX-90

Premium SportNew2 quotes
$46,473
$1,200doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,908
View 2 Quotes →

2026 Mazda CX-90

Premium SportNew2 quotes
$52,522
$1,200doc feeNo add-onsSaved $6,826
View 2 Quotes →

2026 Mazda CX-70

-New3 quotes
$48,999
$1,200doc feeNo add-onsSaved $730
View 3 Quotes →

2026 Mazda Mazda3

Select SportUsed2 quotes
$25,693
$1,200doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,272
View 2 Quotes →

2024 Mazda CX-5

Used3 quotes
$30,937
—doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,681
View 3 Quotes →

2023 Tesla Model 3

$29,438
$1,200doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

At a Glance

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

Tips for Ferman Mazda of Brandon

  • Doc fee ($1,200) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • 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 6% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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On the lot right now

Separate from the grade above: this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Ferman Mazda of Brandon charge?

Based on 20 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Ferman Mazda of Brandon charges a $1,200 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Ferman Mazda of Brandon earns Transparency Grade A (93/100).

What is the doc fee at Ferman Mazda of Brandon?

Ferman Mazda of Brandon charges a typical documentation fee of $1,200. The FL average is $992. This is based on 20 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Ferman Mazda of Brandon add dealer add-ons?

Based on our data, quotes from Ferman Mazda of Brandon typically do not include dealer add-ons. When add-ons do appear, some may be marked optional. Dealer add-ons appeared on 0 of 20 recent verified quotes.

Is Ferman Mazda of Brandon a good dealership?

Ferman Mazda of Brandon has a transparency score of 93/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 20 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

What do reviews say about Ferman Mazda of Brandon?

CarEdge reviews Ferman Mazda of Brandon on 20 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (93/100), with a typical doc fee of $1,200 versus an FL average of $992. None of its 20 recent quotes included dealer add-ons.

Is Ferman Mazda of Brandon a transparent Mazda dealer in Tampa?

Yes. Ferman Mazda of Brandon holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (93/100), based on 20 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.

How does Ferman Mazda of Brandon compare to other Mazda dealers?

You can compare Ferman Mazda of Brandon's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Mazda dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Mazda dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Mazda Dealerships in Tampa, Best Mazda Dealerships in Sarasota, Best Mazda Dealerships in Florida and Best Mazda Dealerships in the US rank Mazda 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 Ferman Mazda of Brandon in Tampa, FL, that has meant 20 verified OTD quotes across 5 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 Score

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

Fee Transparency (30%)
79
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
95

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$1,200
FL avg$992
National avg$404

Pulled 20 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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