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B

Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota earns a B.

Fair on the big stuff, with a few small things to watch. Read the out-the-door carefully.

$1,299
Doc fee

$329 above FL avg

None
Dealer add-ons

In 19 recent quotes

19
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Price negotiated down on 5 cars

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Location

Sarasota, FL

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The full story

Why Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota earned this grade

Between December 2025 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 19 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

2 things

No dealer add-ons detected

Across 19 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.

Shoppers who negotiated saved real money

Across 5 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $1,253 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.

TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.

! Where to push back

2 things

Doc fee is significantly inflated

$1,299 is $329 above the FL average of $970. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.

TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.

The listing isn't quite the price

Quoted prices run about 4.1% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,435 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.

19 verified OTD quotes from Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota

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

10 vehicle transactions — 19 individual quotes

2026 Hyundai Tucson

SELNew
$34,921
$1,299doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Hyundai Palisade

LimitedNew2 quotes
$52,971
$1,299doc feeNo add-onsSaved $745
View 2 Quotes →

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5

LimitedNew3 quotes
$50,264
$1,299doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,382
View 3 Quotes →

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5

LimitedNew3 quotes
$48,503
$1,299doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,622
View 3 Quotes →

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

SENew
$34,600
—doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Hyundai Tucson

Limited2 quotes
$42,287
$1,299doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,192
View 2 Quotes →

2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

CalligraphyNew
$64,273
—doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2019 Toyota Tundra

4D CREWMAX 5.7 1794 4WD AUTOUsed2 quotes
$43,901
$1,299doc feeNo add-ons
View 2 Quotes →

2019 Toyota Tundra

4D CREWMAX 5.7 1794 4WD AUTOUsed
$43,901
—doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2018 Mazda CX-5

4D WAGON SPORT 2WD AUTO3 quotes
$16,360
$1,299doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,325
View 3 Quotes →

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected

Tips for Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota

  • Doc fee is $329 above FL average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +4% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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On the lot right now

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota charge?

Based on 19 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota charges a $1,299 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota earns Transparency Grade B (84/100).

What is the doc fee at Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota?

Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota charges a typical documentation fee of $1,299. The FL average is $970. This is based on 19 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota add dealer add-ons?

Based on our data, quotes from Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota typically do not include dealer add-ons. When add-ons do appear, some may be marked optional. Dealer add-ons appeared on 0 of 19 recent verified quotes.

Is Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota a good dealership?

Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota has a transparency score of 84/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 19 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

What do reviews say about Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota?

CarEdge reviews Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota on 19 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade B (84/100), with a typical doc fee of $1,299 versus an FL average of $970. None of its 19 recent quotes included dealer add-ons.

Is Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota a transparent Hyundai dealer in Sarasota?

Yes. Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota holds CarEdge Transparency Grade B (84/100), based on 19 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.

How does Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota compare to other Hyundai dealers?

You can compare Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Hyundai dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Hyundai dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Hyundai Dealerships in Sarasota, Best Hyundai Dealerships in Tampa, Best Hyundai Dealerships in Florida and Best Hyundai Dealerships in the US rank Hyundai dealers on the same data.

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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 Gettel Hyundai of Sarasota in Sarasota, FL, that has meant 19 verified OTD quotes across 5 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 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 B.

Fee Transparency (30%)
67
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
91
Data Quality (10%)
63

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$1,299
FL avg$970
National avg$404

Pulled 19 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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