B
80–89 · Above average

Transparency Verdict

Ken Ware Chevrolet earns a B.

Early read: mostly fair.

Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.

Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · North Bend, OR
Collected Aug 17, 2026Aug 17, 2026 · Updated Sep 5, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

North Bend, OR

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The full story

Why Ken Ware Chevrolet earned this grade

Between August 2026 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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

1 thing

Doc fee is in line with the market

At $250, their doc fee is within $20 of the OR average of $230. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.

! Where to push back

1 thing

The listing isn't quite the price

Quoted prices run about 3.1% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,085 in extra fees or markup.

TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.

1 verified OTD quote from Ken Ware Chevrolet

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

1 verified quote

2027 Chevrolet Equinox

LTNew
$39,734
$250doc fee$199mandatory
View Quote →

Most Common Add-ons

Mandatory
accessoriesavg $199
1 quote

Tips for Ken Ware Chevrolet

  • Minor add-ons (~$199) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Live inventory

On the lot right now

Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Ken Ware Chevrolet charge?

Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Ken Ware Chevrolet charges a $250 documentation fee and averages $199 in dealer add-ons when present. Ken Ware Chevrolet earns Transparency Grade B (81/100).

What is Ken Ware Chevrolet's doc fee?

Ken Ware Chevrolet charges a typical documentation fee of $250. The OR average is $230. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Ken Ware Chevrolet add mandatory add-ons?

Ken Ware Chevrolet adds an average of $199 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 Ken Ware Chevrolet a good dealer?

Ken Ware Chevrolet has a transparency score of 81/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 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 Ken Ware Chevrolet in North Bend, OR, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to B.

Fee Transparency (30%)
98
Add-on Behavior (30%)
40
Price Accuracy (30%)
99
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$250
OR avg$230
National avg$404

Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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