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Kunes Chevrolet Lakes earns a C.
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- $378
- Doc fee
- 33%
- Dealer add-ons
$8 above IL avg
On 1 of 3 recent quotes
Developing confidenceLake Bluff, ILUpdated How we score dealersPart of Kunes Auto Group
The full story
Why Kunes Chevrolet Lakes earned this grade
Between April 2026 and May 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 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 thingDoc fee is in line with the market
At $378, their doc fee is within $8 of the IL average of $370. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
! Where to push back
2 thingsQuoted add-ons show up on many deals
33% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,333. Expect to see items like paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, or VIN etching on your quote.
TipAsk which items are genuinely required and which are dealer-added. Anything not required by the manufacturer or the state is worth pushing on.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 7.7% above the advertised listing — roughly $2,695 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
3 verified OTD quotes from Kunes Chevrolet Lakes
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Recent Quotes
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3 verified quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Kunes Chevrolet Lakes
- 1 of 3 quotes included $3,998 in add-ons (Accessories), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +8% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Kunes Chevrolet Lakes charge?
Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Kunes Chevrolet Lakes charges a $378 documentation fee and averages $1,333 in dealer add-ons when present. Kunes Chevrolet Lakes earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).
What is the doc fee at Kunes Chevrolet Lakes?
Kunes Chevrolet Lakes charges a typical documentation fee of $378. The IL average is $371. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Kunes Chevrolet Lakes add dealer add-ons?
Kunes Chevrolet Lakes adds an average of $1,333 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 3 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 Kunes Chevrolet Lakes a good dealership?
Kunes Chevrolet Lakes 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 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Kunes Chevrolet Lakes?
CarEdge reviews Kunes Chevrolet Lakes on 3 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (79/100), with a typical doc fee of $378 versus an IL average of $370. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 3 recent quotes.
Is Kunes Chevrolet Lakes a transparent Chevrolet dealer in Lake Bluff?
Kunes Chevrolet Lakes is about average. Kunes Chevrolet Lakes holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (79/100), based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Chevrolet dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Kunes Chevrolet Lakes compare to other Chevrolet dealers?
You can compare Kunes Chevrolet Lakes's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Chevrolet dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Chevrolet dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Chicago, Best Chevrolet Dealerships in Illinois and Best Chevrolet Dealerships in the US rank Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Lakes in Lake Bluff, IL, that has meant 3 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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