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Lincoln of Franklin earns an A.
Fees are reasonable, add-ons are rare, and the final price usually matches the listing.
- $899
- Doc fee
- 22%
- Dealer add-ons
$212 above TN avg
On 2 of 9 recent quotes
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The full story
Why Lincoln of Franklin earned this grade
Between September 2025 and May 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 9 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
3 thingsQuoted add-ons are the exception
Only 22% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $199. Most shoppers here never see one.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.2% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
Shoppers who negotiated saved real money
Across 3 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $879 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.
TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is significantly inflated
$899 is $212 above the TN average of $687. 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.
9 verified OTD quotes from Lincoln of Franklin
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
4 vehicle transactions — 9 individual quotes
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At a Glance
Tips for Lincoln of Franklin
- 2 of 9 quotes included $1,790 in add-ons (Paint Protection), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($899) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Lincoln of Franklin charge?
Based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Lincoln of Franklin charges a $899 documentation fee and averages $199 in dealer add-ons when present. Lincoln of Franklin earns Transparency Grade A (90/100).
What is the doc fee at Lincoln of Franklin?
Lincoln of Franklin charges a typical documentation fee of $899. The TN average is $687. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Lincoln of Franklin add dealer add-ons?
Lincoln of Franklin adds an average of $199 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 2 of 9 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 Lincoln of Franklin a good dealership?
Lincoln of Franklin has a transparency score of 90/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Lincoln of Franklin?
CarEdge reviews Lincoln of Franklin on 9 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A (90/100), with a typical doc fee of $899 versus a TN average of $687. Dealer add-ons appeared on 2 of 9 recent quotes.
Is Lincoln of Franklin a transparent Lincoln dealer in Franklin?
Yes. Lincoln of Franklin holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A (90/100), based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Lincoln of Franklin compare to other Lincoln dealers?
You can compare Lincoln of Franklin's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Lincoln dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Lincoln dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Lincoln Dealerships in the US ranks Lincoln 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 Lincoln of Franklin in Franklin, TN, that has meant 9 verified OTD quotes across 3 negotiated deals 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 A.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 9 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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