Transparency Verdict
Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa 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 2 verified out-the-door quotes · Seattle, WA
Collected Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 9, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa earned this grade
Between June 2026 and June 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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 thingDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$0 is $215 below the WA average of $215. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
! Where to push back
1 thingListing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 13.5% above the advertised listing — roughly $4,725 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
2 verified OTD quotes from Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa
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 vehicle transaction — 2 individual quotes
At a Glance
Tips for Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa
- Dealer markup is 14% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
- Doc fee ($0) is at or below WA average. One less thing to negotiate.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa charges a $0 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa earns Transparency Grade D (68.7/100).
What is Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa's doc fee?
Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The WA average is $215. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa a good dealer?
Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa has a transparency score of 68.7/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 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 Hertz Car Sales Seattle, Wa in Seattle, WA, that has meant 2 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to D.
Doc Fee Comparison
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