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Karl Chevrolet

Ankeny, IA·4 verified quotes*

Nov 21, 2025Mar 23, 2026· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 82.3/100
Add-on Rate
50%of quotes

Avg $370 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
70
Price Accuracy (30%)
88
Data Quality (10%)
50
  • Doc fee ($245) is slightly above IA average ($196)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $370 when present
  • Fees average 4.5% above listing (~$1,575 on a $35k vehicle) — typical

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$245
IA avg$196
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

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Most Common Add-ons

1
carfax reportavg $18
2 quotes
2
nitrogen fill tiresavg $70
2 quotes
3
vin etchingavg $189
2 quotes
4
transferavg $185
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Karl Chevrolet's doc fee?

Karl Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $245. The IA average is $625. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Karl Chevrolet add mandatory add-ons?

Karl Chevrolet adds an average of $104 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 Karl Chevrolet a good dealer?

Karl Chevrolet has a transparency score of 82.3/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($245) is at or below average
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Tips for Karl Chevrolet

  • Minor add-ons (~$104) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($245) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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