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Gillman

Harlingen, TX·5 verified quotes*

Sep 19, 2025Sep 27, 2025· Score updated Apr 3, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 86.2/100
Doc Fee
$225

$7 below TX average

TX caps at $150

Add-on Rate
60%of quotes

Avg $1,224 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
54
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below TX average ($232)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,224 when present
  • Fees average 0.9% above listing (~$315 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
TX avg$232
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

2 vehicle transactions5 individual quotes

2025 Subaru Crosstrek

Wilderness 4dr All-Wheel DriveSRI23New2 quotes
$38,085
$225doc feeNo add-ons
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2024 Subaru Crosstrek

WildernessUsed3 quotes
$30,200
$225doc fee$1,036add-onsSaved $601
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Most Common Add-ons

1
tintavg $395
3 quotes
2
nitroavg $150
3 quotes
3
wheel locksavg $100
3 quotes
4
paint sealavg $559
3 quotes
5
license plate bracketavg $60
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gillman's doc fee?

Gillman charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $499. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Gillman add mandatory add-ons?

Gillman adds an average of $722 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 Gillman a good dealer?

Gillman has a transparency score of 86.2/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($225) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Gillman

  • Expect ~$722 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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