C
70–79 · Average

Transparency Verdict

Gengras Volvo North Haven earns a C.

Mixed early signals.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.

Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · CT
Collected Oct 14, 2025 – Oct 14, 2025 · Updated Sep 25, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

The full story

Why Gengras Volvo North Haven earned this grade

Between October 2025 and October 2025, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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 thing

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."

! Where to push back

1 thing

Doc fee is slightly padded

$899 is $156 above the CT average of $743. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.

TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.

2 verified OTD quotes from Gengras Volvo North Haven

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 verified quotes

2026 Volvo XC90

New
$64,678
$899doc fee$1,594mandatory
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2026 Volvo XC60

Sport UtilityNew
$50,000
$899doc fee$299mandatory
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Most Common Add-ons

Mandatory
paint protectionavg $1,295
1 quote
protection planavg $299
1 quote
accessoriesavg $299
1 quote

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Gengras Volvo North Haven

  • Doc fee ($899) 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 about 4% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Gengras Volvo North Haven charge?

Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Gengras Volvo North Haven charges a $899 documentation fee and averages $299 in dealer add-ons when present. Gengras Volvo North Haven earns Transparency Grade C (77/100).

What is Gengras Volvo North Haven's doc fee?

Gengras Volvo North Haven charges a typical documentation fee of $899. The CT average is $743. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Gengras Volvo North Haven add mandatory add-ons?

Gengras Volvo North Haven 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 Gengras Volvo North Haven a good dealer?

Gengras Volvo North Haven has a transparency score of 77/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

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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 Gengras Volvo North Haven in CT, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes 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 C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
84
Add-on Behavior (30%)
40
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$899
CT avg$743
National avg$404

Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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