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Mike Patton Ford earns a C.
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- $998
- Doc fee
- 25%
- Dealer add-ons
$203 above GA avg
On 1 of 4 recent quotes
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Why Mike Patton Ford earned this grade
Between August 2026 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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
1 thingQuoted add-ons are the exception
Only 25% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $148. Most shoppers here never see one.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$998 is $203 above the GA average of $795. 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.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 8.0% above the advertised listing — roughly $2,800 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
4 verified OTD quotes from Mike Patton Ford
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
3 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Mike Patton Ford
- 1 of 4 quotes included $590 in add-ons (Patton Advantage), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($998) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is only +8% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Mike Patton Ford charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Mike Patton Ford charges a $998 documentation fee and averages $148 in dealer add-ons when present. Mike Patton Ford earns Transparency Grade C (77/100).
What is the doc fee at Mike Patton Ford?
Mike Patton Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $998. The GA average is $795. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Mike Patton Ford add dealer add-ons?
Mike Patton Ford adds an average of $148 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 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 Mike Patton Ford a good dealership?
Mike Patton Ford has a transparency score of 77/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Mike Patton Ford?
CarEdge reviews Mike Patton Ford on 4 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (77/100), with a typical doc fee of $998 versus a GA average of $795. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 4 recent quotes.
Is Mike Patton Ford a transparent Ford dealer in LaGrange?
Mike Patton Ford is about average. Mike Patton Ford holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (77/100), based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Ford dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Mike Patton Ford compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Mike Patton Ford's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ford Dealerships in Georgia and Best Ford Dealerships in the US rank Ford 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 Mike Patton Ford in LaGrange, GA, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 1 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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