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Lake City CDJR earns a D.
Early deals raised concerns on fees, add-ons or markup. Get every number in writing.
- $1,298
- Doc fee
- 50%
- Dealer add-ons
$328 above FL avg
On 1 of 2 recent quotes
Limited confidenceLake City, FLUpdated How we score dealersPart of Morgan Auto Group
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Lake City CDJR earned this grade
Between November 2025 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$1,298 is $328 above the FL average of $970. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.
TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 7.5% above the advertised listing — roughly $2,625 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.
2 verified OTD quotes from Lake City CDJR
Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.
Recent Quotes
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2 verified quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Lake City CDJR
- Doc fee is $328 above FL average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- 1 of 2 quotes included $1,995 in add-ons (Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +8% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Lake City CDJR charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Lake City CDJR charges a $1,298 documentation fee and averages $998 in dealer add-ons when present. Lake City CDJR earns Transparency Grade D, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
What is the doc fee at Lake City CDJR?
Lake City CDJR charges a typical documentation fee of $1,298. The FL average is $970. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Lake City CDJR add dealer add-ons?
Lake City CDJR adds an average of $998 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 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 Lake City CDJR a good dealership?
Lake City CDJR earns a Grade D, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Lake City CDJR has 3 verified quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Lake City CDJR?
CarEdge reviews Lake City CDJR on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $1,298 versus an FL average of $970. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent quotes.
Is Lake City CDJR a transparent Ram dealer in Lake City?
CarEdge has limited data on Lake City CDJR so far. Lake City CDJR holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Lake City CDJR compare to other Ram dealers?
You can compare Lake City CDJR's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ram dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ram dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ram Dealerships in Florida and Best Ram Dealerships in the US rank Ram 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 Lake City CDJR in Lake City, FL, that has meant 2 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 D.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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