Transparency Verdict
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet earns an A.
One of the good ones.
You can walk in here with confidence. Fees are reasonable, add-ons are rare, and the final number usually matches the listing.
Developing confidence — based on 6 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Clover, SC
Collected Nov 4, 2025 – Nov 5, 2025 · Updated May 1, 2026
Location
Clover, SC
The full story
Why Fred Caldwell Chevrolet earned this grade
Between November 2025 and November 2025, CarEdge negotiated or logged 6 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 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $499, their doc fee sits at or just under the SC average. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
No dealer add-ons detected
Across 6 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 2.0% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
6 verified OTD quotes from Fred Caldwell Chevrolet
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
2 vehicle transactions — 6 individual quotes
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
At a Glance
Tips for Fred Caldwell Chevrolet
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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 95 vehicles →$44,226
Median Price
30
Median Days Listed
15
Added This Week
Days on Market
How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred Caldwell Chevrolet's doc fee?
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $499. The SC average is $517. This is based on 6 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Fred Caldwell Chevrolet add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Fred Caldwell Chevrolet does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Fred Caldwell Chevrolet a good dealer?
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet has a transparency score of 98.3/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 6 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 Fred Caldwell Chevrolet in Clover, SC, that has meant 6 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 A.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 6 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
Ready to buy from this dealer?
CarEdge Pro negotiates on your behalf — customers save an average of $2,200.
Try CarEdge Pro*Information provided for general informational purposes only. Scores are independently calculated and do not imply endorsement of or affiliation with any dealer. Verify all information independently before making a purchase decision. See our Terms of Service.