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Fred Beans Automotive Group

Jersey City, NJ·2 verified quotes*

Aug 20, 2025Dec 6, 2025· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

Limited data. This score is based on 2 quotes and may change as more data becomes available.

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 86/100
Add-on Rate
50%of quotes

Avg $299 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
70
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
50
  • Doc fee ($297) is at or below NJ average ($709)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $299 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$297
NJ avg$709
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fred Beans Automotive Group's doc fee?

Fred Beans Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $297. The NJ average is $629. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Fred Beans Automotive Group add mandatory add-ons?

Fred Beans Automotive Group adds an average of $150 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 Fred Beans Automotive Group a good dealer?

Fred Beans Automotive Group has a transparency score of 86/100, 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.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($297) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Fred Beans Automotive Group

  • Minor add-ons (~$150) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($297) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is effectively 0% 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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