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Kendall Ford of Meridian earns an A.
Fees are reasonable, add-ons are rare, and the final price usually matches the listing.
- $499
- Doc fee
- 20%
- Dealer add-ons
$101 above ID avg
On 1 of 5 recent quotes
Developing confidenceMeridian, IDUpdated How we score dealersPart of Kendall Auto Group
The full story
Why Kendall Ford of Meridian earned this grade
Between January 2026 and June 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 5 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 thingsQuoted add-ons are the exception
Only 20% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $80. Most shoppers here never see one.
The price you see is the price you get
Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is slightly padded
$499 is $101 above the ID average of $398. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
5 verified OTD quotes from Kendall Ford of Meridian
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 — 5 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Kendall Ford of Meridian
- 1 of 5 quotes included $399 in add-ons (Accessories), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($499) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Dealer markup is about 7% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Kendall Ford of Meridian charge?
Based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Kendall Ford of Meridian charges a $499 documentation fee and averages $80 in dealer add-ons when present. Kendall Ford of Meridian earns Transparency Grade A (93/100).
What is the doc fee at Kendall Ford of Meridian?
Kendall Ford of Meridian charges a typical documentation fee of $499. The ID average is $398. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Kendall Ford of Meridian add dealer add-ons?
Kendall Ford of Meridian adds an average of $80 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 5 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Kendall Ford of Meridian a good dealership?
Kendall Ford of Meridian 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 5 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Kendall Ford of Meridian?
CarEdge reviews Kendall Ford of Meridian on 5 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (93/100), with a typical doc fee of $499 versus an ID average of $398. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 5 recent quotes.
Is Kendall Ford of Meridian a transparent Ford dealer in Meridian?
Yes. Kendall Ford of Meridian holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (93/100), based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Kendall Ford of Meridian compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Kendall Ford of Meridian's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Ford Dealerships in the US ranks Ford dealers on the same data.
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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 Kendall Ford of Meridian in Meridian, ID, that has meant 5 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
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