Transparency Verdict
Ford of Montebello 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 · Montebello, CA
Collected Apr 24, 2026 – Apr 24, 2026 · Updated May 3, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
Location
Montebello, CA
The full story
Why Ford of Montebello 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 in line with the market
At $43, their doc fee sits at or just under the CA average. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
! Where to push back
1 thingThe listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 3.2% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,120 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 Ford of Montebello
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 Ford of Montebello
- Expect ~$745 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
- Doc fee ($43) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
- 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.
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.
Current Inventory
View all 306 vehicles →$43,502
Median Price
49
Median Days Listed
18
Added This Week
Days on Market
How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ford of Montebello's doc fee?
Ford of Montebello charges a typical documentation fee of $43. The CA average is $101. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Ford of Montebello add mandatory add-ons?
Ford of Montebello adds an average of $745 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 Ford of Montebello a good dealer?
Ford of Montebello has a transparency score of 82.6/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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 Ford of Montebello in Montebello, CA, 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 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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