D
60–69 · Below average

Transparency Verdict

Gill Chevrolet earns a D.

Early caution.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we observed concerns on fees, add-ons, or markup. The picture may shift as we collect more data — get every number in writing.

Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Kerman, CA
Collected Jul 5, 2026Jul 5, 2026 · Updated Jul 8, 2026

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

Location

Kerman, CA

The full story

Why Gill Chevrolet earned this grade

Between July 2026 and July 2026, 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

Advertised pricing is largely honest

On average, the quoted price is only 2.7% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Doc fee exceeds the state cap

Their typical doc fee of $408 is above CA's legal cap of $85. This is a red flag — every dealer in the state must stay at or below this number.

TipTell them you expect the doc fee at $85 or lower. It's not optional; it's the law.

1 verified OTD quote from Gill 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

1 verified quote

2026 Ram 2500

Big HornNew
$88,471
$408doc fee$1,743add-ons
View Quote →

Most Common Add-ons

1
protection planavg $1,743
1 quote

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($408) is well above average ($113)
High add-ons averaging $1,743

Tips for Gill Chevrolet

  • This dealer often adds $1,743 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Gill Chevrolet charge?

Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Gill Chevrolet charges a $408 documentation fee and averages $1,743 in dealer add-ons when present. Gill Chevrolet earns Transparency Grade D (67.1/100).

What is Gill Chevrolet's doc fee?

Gill Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $408. The CA average is $113. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Gill Chevrolet add mandatory add-ons?

Gill Chevrolet adds an average of $1,743 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 Gill Chevrolet a good dealer?

Gill Chevrolet has a transparency score of 67.1/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

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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 Gill Chevrolet in Kerman, CA, 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 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to D.

Fee Transparency (30%)
71
Add-on Behavior (30%)
20
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$408
CA avg$96
National avg$400

Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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