Transparency Verdict
Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan earns a C.
Mixed early signals.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · San Angelo, TX
Collected Sep 16, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026 · Updated May 4, 2026
Location
San Angelo, TX
The full story
Why Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan earned this grade
Between September 2025 and January 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
2 thingsDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$0 is $233 below the TX average of $233. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
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."
! Where to push back
1 thingAdd-ons are baked into almost every deal
75% of quotes include dealer add-ons, averaging $1,499. This is their business model — inflate the OTD, then hope you don't line-item it.
TipDemand an itemized quote before signing anything. Every add-on is optional — refuse them unless you actually want them.
4 verified OTD quotes from Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan
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
3 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan
- This dealer often adds $1,124 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
- Doc fee ($0) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
- Dealer markup is about 1% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
- Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan's doc fee?
Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The TX average is $233. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan add mandatory add-ons?
Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan adds an average of $1,124 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 Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan a good dealer?
Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan has a transparency score of 73.5/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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 Jim Bass Ford Mazda Nissan in San Angelo, TX, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 1 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 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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