C

Jim Ellis Maserati earns a C.

Early deals show some friction on fees or add-ons. Compare quotes before you commit.

$799
Doc fee

$3 above GA avg

50%
Dealer add-ons

On 1 of 2 recent quotes

2
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Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

Atlanta, GA

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The full story

Why Jim Ellis Maserati earned this grade

Between September 2026 and September 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 thing

Doc fee is in line with the market

At $799, their doc fee is within $3 of the GA average of $796. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Listing price and real price disagree

Quoted prices run 8.4% above the advertised listing — roughly $2,940 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 Jim Ellis Maserati

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

2022 Maserati Ghibli

Modena Q4Used2 quotes
$42,455
$799doc fee—
View 2 Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

Quoted Add-ons
2nd year cpo warrantyavg $2,995
1 quote

At a Glance

High dealer markup (+8.4% above listing)

Tips for Jim Ellis Maserati

  • 1 of 2 quotes included $2,995 in add-ons (2nd Year CPO Warranty), not marked optional.
  • Dealer markup is 8% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Jim Ellis Maserati charge?

Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Jim Ellis Maserati charges a $799 documentation fee and averages $1,498 in dealer add-ons when present. Jim Ellis Maserati earns Transparency Grade C, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).

What is the doc fee at Jim Ellis Maserati?

Jim Ellis Maserati charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The GA average is $796. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Jim Ellis Maserati add dealer add-ons?

Jim Ellis Maserati adds an average of $1,498 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 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 Jim Ellis Maserati a good dealership?

Jim Ellis Maserati earns a Grade C, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Jim Ellis Maserati has 3 verified quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

What do reviews say about Jim Ellis Maserati?

CarEdge reviews Jim Ellis Maserati on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $799 versus a GA average of $796. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent quotes.

Is Jim Ellis Maserati a transparent Maserati dealer in Atlanta?

CarEdge has limited data on Jim Ellis Maserati so far. Jim Ellis Maserati holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.

How does Jim Ellis Maserati compare to other Maserati dealers?

You can compare Jim Ellis Maserati's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Maserati dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Maserati dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer.

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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 Jim Ellis Maserati in Atlanta, GA, 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 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
60
Price Accuracy (30%)
55
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799
GA avg$796
National avg$404

Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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