Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia

Name: Keith Hawthorne Hyundai of Gastonia
Address: 4712 Wilkinson Boulevard, Gastonia, NC, 28056, US
Telephone: 980-326-3707
Price range: Doc Fee: $799
Rating: 4.0

Gastonia, NC6 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 13, 2025 - Dec 17, 2025Claim this page

79/100

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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.

$799

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.

$872

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.

+0.0%

Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.

$1,732

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.70

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.60

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 ($799) is slightly above NC average ($699)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $872 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799

NC avg$699

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 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited (DCT) All-Wheel Drive90472AT5	$40,849	$1,732	$799	None	View
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Calligraphy	$57,143	—	$798	$1,744	View
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Calligraphy (A6	$50,686	—	$799	$1,744	View

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Limited (DCT) All-Wheel Drive90472AT5

$40,849

Doc Fee$799

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,732

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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy

$57,143

Doc Fee$798

Add-ons$1,744

Savings—

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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy (A6

$50,686

Doc Fee$799

Add-ons$1,744

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.

dealership for lifeavg $1,744

3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia's doc fee?

Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The state average is $499. This is based on 6 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia add mandatory add-ons?

Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia adds an average of $872 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 Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia a good dealer?

Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia 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 6 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

Doc fee ($799) is well above average ($499)

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Tips for Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia

💰Doc fee is $401 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
⚠️Expect ~$872 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 6
Recent (12mo): 6
Complete Data: 6

What to Expect

When shopping at Keith Hawthorne Hyundai Of Gastonia:

Expect a doc fee around $799
Add-ons may total around $872
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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