Transparency Verdict
Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton 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.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes · Stoughton, WI
Collected Dec 27, 2025 – Sep 11, 2026 · Updated Sep 25, 2026
The full story
Why Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton earned this grade
Between December 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 $624. Most shoppers here never see one.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.8% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is slightly padded
$599 is $191 above the WI average of $408. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
4 verified OTD quotes from Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton
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 Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton
- Expect ~$624 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
- Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- 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 Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton charges a $599 documentation fee and averages $624 in dealer add-ons when present. Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton earns Transparency Grade B (87/100).
What is Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton's doc fee?
Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The WI average is $408. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton add mandatory add-ons?
Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton adds an average of $624 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 Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton a good dealer?
Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton has a transparency score of 87/100, 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.
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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 Kunes Buick GMC Of Stoughton in Stoughton, WI, that has meant 4 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to B.
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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