Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus

Name: Mercedes-Benz of Columbus
Address: 7470 Veterans Parkway, Columbus, GA, 31909, US
Telephone: 706-256-6100
Price range: Doc Fee: $699
Rating: 4.1

Columbus, GA7 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Oct 23, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025

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Score: 82.1/100

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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.

$699

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.

$1,010

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.

+6.9%

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.100

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.73

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.68

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($699) is slightly above GA average ($599)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $1,010 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 6.9% above listing (typical dealer fees)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699

GA avg$599

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
2019 Lexus RX 350 Base (A8)	$32,982	—	$699	$3,994	View

2019 Lexus RX 350

Base (A8)

$32,982

Doc Fee$699

Add-ons$3,994

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.

platinum warranty 3yr 36kavg $3,994

1 quote

powertrain warranty 3yr 36kavg $3,074

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The GA average is $703. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.

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

Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus adds an average of $1,010 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 Columbus a good dealer?

Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus has a transparency score of 82.1/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($699) is at or below average

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Tips for Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus

💰Doc fee is $449 above OH average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
🚨This dealer often adds $1,010 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 7
Recent (12mo): 7
Complete Data: 7

What to Expect

When shopping at Mercedes-Benz Of Columbus:

Expect a doc fee around $699
Add-ons may total around $1,010
OTD price is typically 7-8% above listing

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