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Gillespie Ford earns an A.
Fees are reasonable, add-ons are rare, and the final price usually matches the listing.
- $378
- Doc fee
- 29%
- Dealer add-ons
$8 above IL avg
On 2 of 7 recent quotes
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The full story
Why Gillespie Ford earned this grade
Between February 2026 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 7 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 $378, their doc fee is within $8 of the IL average of $370. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Quoted add-ons are the exception
Only 29% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $114. Most shoppers here never see one.
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."
7 verified OTD quotes from Gillespie Ford
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
6 vehicle transactions — 7 individual quotes
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Gillespie Ford
- 2 of 7 quotes included $798 in add-ons (Accessories), not marked optional.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Dealer markup is about 2% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Gillespie Ford charge?
Based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Gillespie Ford charges a $378 documentation fee and averages $114 in dealer add-ons when present. Gillespie Ford earns Transparency Grade A (95/100).
What is the doc fee at Gillespie Ford?
Gillespie Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $378. The IL average is $371. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Gillespie Ford add dealer add-ons?
Gillespie Ford adds an average of $114 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 2 of 7 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Gillespie Ford a good dealership?
Gillespie Ford has a transparency score of 95/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Gillespie Ford?
CarEdge reviews Gillespie Ford on 7 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (95/100), with a typical doc fee of $378 versus an IL average of $370. Dealer add-ons appeared on 2 of 7 recent quotes.
Is Gillespie Ford a transparent Ford dealer in Gurnee?
Yes. Gillespie Ford holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (95/100), based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Gillespie Ford compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Gillespie Ford's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ford Dealerships in Chicago, Best Ford Dealerships in Milwaukee, Best Ford Dealerships in Illinois and Best Ford Dealerships in the US rank Ford 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 Gillespie Ford in Gurnee, IL, that has meant 7 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deal 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to A.
Doc Fee Comparison
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