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Jim Hudson Buick GMC earns a B.
Early deals look mostly fair. Read the out-the-door carefully before you sign.
- $599
- Doc fee
- 50%
- Dealer add-ons
$75 above SC avg
On 1 of 2 recent quotes
Limited confidenceColumbia, SCUpdated How we score dealersPart of Jim Hudson Automotive Group
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Jim Hudson Buick GMC 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.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$599 is $75 above the SC average of $524. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 3.1% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,085 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
2 verified OTD quotes from Jim Hudson Buick GMC
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
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Jim Hudson Buick GMC
- 1 of 2 quotes included $1,543 in add-ons (Paint Protection, Window Tint, Guard), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Jim Hudson Buick GMC charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Jim Hudson Buick GMC charges a $599 documentation fee and averages $772 in dealer add-ons when present. Jim Hudson Buick GMC earns Transparency Grade B, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
What is the doc fee at Jim Hudson Buick GMC?
Jim Hudson Buick GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The SC average is $524. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Jim Hudson Buick GMC add dealer add-ons?
Jim Hudson Buick GMC adds an average of $772 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 Hudson Buick GMC a good dealership?
Jim Hudson Buick GMC earns a Grade B, 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 Hudson Buick GMC has 3 verified quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Jim Hudson Buick GMC?
CarEdge reviews Jim Hudson Buick GMC on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade B, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $599 versus an SC average of $524. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent quotes.
Is Jim Hudson Buick GMC a transparent Buick dealer in Columbia?
CarEdge has limited data on Jim Hudson Buick GMC so far. Jim Hudson Buick GMC holds CarEdge Transparency Grade B, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Jim Hudson Buick GMC compare to other Buick dealers?
You can compare Jim Hudson Buick GMC's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Buick dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Buick dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Buick Dealerships in the US ranks Buick 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 Jim Hudson Buick GMC in Columbia, SC, that has meant 2 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 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 B.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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