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Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center

Elgin, IL·1 verified quotes*

Nov 24, 2025Nov 24, 2025· Score updated Apr 5, 2026

Limited data. This score is based on 1 quote and may change as more data becomes available.

D
60.8/100
Add-on Rate
100%of quotes

Avg $995 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
30
Price Accuracy (30%)
39
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($368) is at or below IL average ($377)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $995 when present
  • Fees average 10.3% above listing (~$3,605 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$368
IL avg$377
National avg$398

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2022 Kia Sportage

$19,660
$368doc fee$995add-ons
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aipavg $995
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center's doc fee?

Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center charges a typical documentation fee of $368. The IL average is $499. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center add mandatory add-ons?

Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center adds an average of $995 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 Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center a good dealer?

Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center has a transparency score of 60.8/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($368) is at or below average
High dealer markup (+10.3% above listing)
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Tips for Elgin Auto Sales & Service Center

  • Expect ~$995 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Dealer markup is 10% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($368) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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