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Germain Ford

Columbus, OH·3 verified quotes*

Oct 6, 2025Oct 18, 2025· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 88.2/100
Add-on Rate
0%of quotes

No add-ons detected

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Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

0d101d202d302d403d$9k$59k$109k$160k$210kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
94
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
67
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($387) is at or below OH average ($397)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Fees average 7.0% above listing (~$2,450 on a $35k vehicle) — typical

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$387
OH avg$397
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 verified quotes

2025 Ford Escape

ST-Line SelectNew
$34,518
$387doc feeNo add-ons

2025 Ford Escape

ST-Line SelectNew
$37,459
$387doc feeNo add-ons

2023 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S

Premium
$26,877
$387doc feeNo add-ons
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Germain Ford's doc fee?

Germain Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $387. The OH average is $323. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Germain Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Germain Ford does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Germain Ford a good dealer?

Germain Ford has a transparency score of 88.2/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
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Tips for Germain Ford

  • Doc fee ($387) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +7% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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