Jim Hudson Ford

Name: Jim Hudson Ford
Address: 1201 West Main Street, Lexington, SC, 29072, US
Telephone: 803-866-5824
Price range: Doc Fee: $599

Lexington, SC2 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Dec 10, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025

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Limited data. This score is based on 2 quotes and may change as more data becomes available.

71.9/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$599

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$2,167

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+-0.9%

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Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.86

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.20

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($599) is slightly above SC average ($400)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $2,167 when present
✓Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excellent — quotes closely match advertised price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$599

SC avg$400

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2025 Ford Expedition Active 4x2	$68,871	—	$599	$2,092	View
2025 Ford Expedition Active 4x4	$73,435	—	$599	$2,241	View

2025 Ford Expedition

Active 4x2

$68,871

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$2,092

Savings—

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2025 Ford Expedition

Active 4x4

$73,435

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$2,241

Savings—

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Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

first place finishavg $995

2 quotes

window tintavg $499

2 quotes

digi shieldavg $399

2 quotes

pinstripeavg $199

2 quotes

wheel locksavg $149

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jim Hudson Ford's doc fee?

Jim Hudson Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The SC average is $462. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Jim Hudson Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Jim Hudson Ford adds an average of $2,167 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 Hudson Ford a good dealer?

Jim Hudson Ford has a transparency score of 71.9/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

High add-ons averaging $2,167

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Tips for Jim Hudson Ford

🚨This dealer often adds $2,167 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
📋Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
✅Dealer markup is only +-1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
ℹ️Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 2
Recent (12mo): 2
Complete Data: 2

What to Expect

When shopping at Jim Hudson Ford:

Expect a doc fee around $599
Add-ons may total around $2,167
OTD price is typically -1-0% above listing

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