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Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia earns a C.
Expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here save money.
- $699
- Doc fee
- 64%
- Dealer add-ons
$174 above SC avg
On 9 of 14 recent quotes
Moderate confidenceColumbia, SCUpdated How we score dealersPart of Jim Hudson Automotive Group
The full story
Why Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia earned this grade
Between August 2025 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 14 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 thingsThe 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."
Shoppers who negotiated saved real money
Across 5 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $2,493 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.
TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$699 is $174 above the SC average of $525. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
Quoted add-ons show up on most deals
64% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,022. Plan on seeing them on your quote.
TipAsk for an itemized quote before signing, and ask the dealer to confirm in writing which add-ons, if any, are required.
14 verified OTD quotes from Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia
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
9 vehicle transactions — 14 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia
- 9 of 14 quotes included $14,314 in add-ons (Paint Protection, Window Tint, Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($699) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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On the lot right now
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia charge?
Based on 14 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia charges a $699 documentation fee and averages $1,022 in dealer add-ons when present. Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).
What is the doc fee at Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia?
Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The SC average is $525. This is based on 14 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia add dealer add-ons?
Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia adds an average of $1,022 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 9 of 14 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 Lexus Columbia a good dealership?
Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia has a transparency score of 79/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 14 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia?
CarEdge reviews Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia on 14 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (79/100), with a typical doc fee of $699 versus an SC average of $525. Dealer add-ons appeared on 9 of 14 recent quotes.
Is Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia a transparent Lexus dealer in Columbia?
Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia is about average. Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (79/100), based on 14 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Lexus dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia compare to other Lexus dealers?
You can compare Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Lexus dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Lexus dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Lexus Dealerships in the US ranks Lexus 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 Lexus Columbia in Columbia, SC, that has meant 14 verified OTD quotes across 5 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 14 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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