Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville

Name: MERCEDES-BENZ OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
Address: 1381 Richmond Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22911, US
Telephone: 434-817-3380
Price range: Doc Fee: $799
Rating: 4.4

Charlottesville, VA4 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 30, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 88.6/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$799

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$861

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+0.0%

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.95

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.75

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.75

✓Doc fee ($799) is at or below VA average ($799)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $861 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799

VA avg$799

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450	$103,643	—	$799	None	View
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 GLS 450 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MATIC	$118,318	—	$799	None	View

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

$103,643

Doc Fee$799

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

GLS 450 4dr All-Wheel Drive 4MATIC

$118,318

Doc Fee$799

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

heated steering wheelavg $250

1 quote

head-up displayavg $1,100

1 quote

illuminated brushed aluminum running boardsavg $650

1 quote

heated rear seatsavg $500

1 quote

soft-close doorsavg $550

1 quote

natural grain brown walnut trimavg $160

1 quote

load sill protectoravg $235

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville's doc fee?

Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The VA average is $751. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville add mandatory add-ons?

Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville adds an average of $861 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 Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville a good dealer?

Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville has a transparency score of 88.6/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

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Tips for Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville

⚠️Expect ~$861 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
ℹ️Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 4
Recent (12mo): 4
Complete Data: 3

What to Expect

When shopping at Mercedes-Benz Of Charlottesville:

Expect a doc fee around $799
Add-ons may total around $861
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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