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Joe Giacomo's Martin

San Diego, CA·1 verified quotes*

Nov 6, 2025Nov 6, 2025· Score updated Apr 10, 2026

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F
46/100
Doc Fee
$85

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
100%of quotes

Avg $2,385 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
20
Price Accuracy (30%)
0
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $2,385 when present
  • Fees average 19.4% above listing (~$6,790 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 verified quote

2026 Chevrolet Trax

$26,927
$85doc fee$2,385add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
clearsheildavg $395
1 quote
2
paint protectionavg $995
1 quote
3
theft protectionavg $995
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joe Giacomo's Martin's doc fee?

Joe Giacomo's Martin charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $499. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Joe Giacomo's Martin add mandatory add-ons?

Joe Giacomo's Martin adds an average of $2,385 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 Joe Giacomo's Martin a good dealer?

Joe Giacomo's Martin has a transparency score of 46/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
High add-ons averaging $2,385
High dealer markup (+19.4% above listing)
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Tips for Joe Giacomo's Martin

  • This dealer often adds $2,385 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
  • Dealer markup is 19% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
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