Transparency Verdict
Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle earns a C.
Mixed early signals.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · Seattle, WA
Collected Sep 30, 2025 – May 21, 2026 · Updated May 24, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
Location
Seattle, WA
The full story
Why Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle earned this grade
Between September 2025 and May 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.
✓ What they do well
2 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $200, their doc fee sits at or just under the WA average. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.9% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
2 verified OTD quotes from Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle
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
2 verified quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle
- Expect ~$549 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
- Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
On the lot right now
Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.
Current Inventory
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Median Price
93
Median Days Listed
20
Added This Week
Days on Market
How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle's doc fee?
Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle charges a typical documentation fee of $200. The WA average is $212. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle add mandatory add-ons?
Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle adds an average of $549 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 Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle a good dealer?
Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle 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 2 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
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 Lee Johnson Mazda Of Seattle in Seattle, WA, 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?
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
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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