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Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling earns a B.
Early deals look mostly fair. Read the out-the-door carefully before you sign.
- $548
- Total dealer fees
- 50%
- Quoted add-ons
$151 above IL median
On 1 of 2 quotes, past year
Limited confidence (latest quote Sep 2026)Sterling, ILUpdated How we score dealersPart of Kunes Auto Group
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling earned this grade
Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Of Sterling has a B grade; CarEdge reviewed two verified quotes from December 2025 through September 2026. The review considers dealer fees, required extras, selling prices and whether charges were clearly shown. This is a small sample.
What they do well
No specific pricing or fee strength stands out in these two quotes.
Where to push back
Average confirmed dealer fees were $548.17, compared with the Median state fee in Illinois of $397.13—the middle fee figure used for the state reference. One quote exceeded that figure. Also, one quote showed a single combined-fees amount that was unclear, so ask for a written breakdown of what it includes.
Required extras averaged $1,499 across the two quotes, and one quote included a required-extra charge. Before agreeing, ask for an itemized written offer that separately lists dealer fees and required extras, confirms which extras are required, and shows the vehicle selling price, taxes and government charges.
2 verified OTD quotes from Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling
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Both quotes are from the past year and count toward the grade
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At a Glance
Tips for Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling
- 1 of 2 quotes included add-ons (Accessories), not marked optional.
- Total dealer fees are slightly above the state median. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Limited data (2 quotes from the past year). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year, Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling charges $548 in dealer fees. Quoted add-ons average $1,499 when present. Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling earns Transparency Grade B (82/100), based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
Does Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling add dealer add-ons?
Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling adds an average of $1,499 in quoted add-ons when present. Quoted add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 quotes in the past year. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling a good dealership?
Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling earns a Grade B (82/100), based on limited data (2 verified quotes from the past year). The grade reflects its dealer fees, quoted add-ons, advertised price accuracy and data quality. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling?
CarEdge reviews Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling on 2 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade B (82/100), an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with dealer fees of $548 versus an IL median of $397. Quoted add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 quotes in the past year.
Is Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling a transparent Chrysler dealer in Sterling?
CarEdge has limited data on Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling so far. Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling holds CarEdge Transparency Grade B (82/100), based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling compare to other Chrysler dealers?
You can compare Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling's transparency score, dealer fees, and quoted add-ons against other Chrysler dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Chrysler dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Chrysler Dealerships in Rockford, Best Chrysler Dealerships in Illinois and Best Chrysler Dealerships in the US rank Chrysler 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 Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Sterling in Sterling, IL, that has meant 2 verified OTD quotes from the past year logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual dealer fees, the actual add-ons, and the final price against the advertised price — not a salesperson's promise.
Only quotes from the past year count. We split them into four groups, newest first: the newest counts 50%, then 30%, 15% and 5%.
Fee Transparency
30%Are the dealer's fees reasonable? We add up every dealer fee and compare the total with the state median.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer include quoted add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent, the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer marks as optional don't count against them.
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised price include every charge you have to pay? We check each quote against the vehicle page: dealer fees, add-ons, the advertised price and the discount.
Data Quality
10%Does the quote list taxes, dealer fees, add-ons and government fees each on its own line? Each one is worth a quarter.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to B.
Total Dealer Fees Comparison
Graded on 2 quotes from the past year (2 on record) · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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