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Merchant Automotive Group

Selma, AL·4 verified quotes*

Jan 12, 2026Jan 13, 2026· Score updated Apr 9, 2026

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Transparent Dealer
Score: 92.4/100

Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

8 negotiable
0d53d107d160d213d$26k$33k$40k$47k$54kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
91
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
50
  • Doc fee ($699) is at or below AL average ($772)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699
AL avg$772
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction4 individual quotes

2024 Ford Mustang

Used4 quotes
$48,000
$699doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,415
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merchant Automotive Group's doc fee?

Merchant Automotive Group charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The AL average is $613. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Merchant Automotive Group add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Merchant Automotive Group does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Merchant Automotive Group a good dealer?

Merchant Automotive Group has a transparency score of 92.4/100, earning a Grade A. 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

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Merchant Automotive Group

  • Doc fee ($699) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is about 2% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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