Transparency Verdict
Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC earns an A.
Promising early read.
The verified deals we have so far look reasonable on fees and pricing. We'll firm up the verdict as more data comes in.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Janesville, WI
Collected Nov 24, 2025 – Sep 14, 2026 · Updated Sep 27, 2026
One of the dealers buyers can trust.
Kayser Chevrolet Buick Gmc qualifies for the CarEdge Certified license — an A-grade transparency score of 93/100 from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.
The full story
Why Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC earned this grade
Between November 2025 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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 thingsMandatory add-ons are the exception
Only 25% of quotes include add-ons you can't decline. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $374. Most shoppers here never see one.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.9% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is slightly padded
$499 is $90 above the WI average of $409. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
4 verified OTD quotes from Kayser Chevrolet 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
3 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC
- Minor add-ons (~$374) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
- Dealer markup is only +1% 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC charges a $499 documentation fee and averages $374 in dealer add-ons when present. Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC earns Transparency Grade A (93/100).
What is Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC's doc fee?
Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $499. The WI average is $409. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC add mandatory add-ons?
Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC adds an average of $374 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 Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC a good dealer?
Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC has a transparency score of 93/100, earning a Grade A. 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.
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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 Kayser Chevrolet Buick GMC in Janesville, WI, that has meant 4 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 A.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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