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Graff Ford of Chesterton earns an A.
Early deals look fair on fees and pricing. CarEdge will firm this up as more data comes in.
- $251
- Doc fee
- 25%
- Dealer add-ons
$7 above IN avg
On 1 of 4 recent quotes
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The full story
Why Graff Ford of Chesterton earned this grade
Between April 2026 and May 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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 $251, their doc fee is within $7 of the IN average of $244. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Quoted add-ons are the exception
Only 25% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $549. Most shoppers here never see one.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.7% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
4 verified OTD quotes from Graff Ford of Chesterton
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
2 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Graff Ford of Chesterton
- 1 of 4 quotes included $2,194 in add-ons (Ultimate Ceramic Protection, VIN Etch), not marked optional.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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9
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Graff Ford of Chesterton charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Graff Ford of Chesterton charges a $251 documentation fee and averages $549 in dealer add-ons when present. Graff Ford of Chesterton earns Transparency Grade A (92/100).
What is the doc fee at Graff Ford of Chesterton?
Graff Ford of Chesterton charges a typical documentation fee of $251. The IN average is $244. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Graff Ford of Chesterton add dealer add-ons?
Graff Ford of Chesterton adds an average of $549 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 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 Graff Ford of Chesterton a good dealership?
Graff Ford of Chesterton has a transparency score of 92/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Graff Ford of Chesterton?
CarEdge reviews Graff Ford of Chesterton on 4 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (92/100), with a typical doc fee of $251 versus an IN average of $244. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 recent quotes.
Is Graff Ford of Chesterton a transparent Ford dealer in Burns Harbor?
Yes. Graff Ford of Chesterton holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (92/100), based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Graff Ford of Chesterton compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Graff Ford of Chesterton'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 South Bend 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 Graff Ford of Chesterton in Burns Harbor, IN, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 2 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to A.
Doc Fee Comparison
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