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Northside Ford Lincoln

Effingham, IL·1 verified quotes*

Nov 4, 2025Nov 4, 2025· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

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

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 100/100
Add-on Rate
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No add-ons detected

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Price vs. Days on Lot

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

1 negotiable
0d125d250d375d500d$4k$28k$52k$77k$101kDays 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%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($325) is at or below IL average ($376)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Fees average 0.9% above listing (~$315 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$325
IL avg$376
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 verified quote

2019 Ford Expedition

LimitedUsed
$42,121
$325doc feeNo add-ons
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northside Ford Lincoln's doc fee?

Northside Ford Lincoln charges a typical documentation fee of $325. The IL average is $331. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Northside Ford Lincoln add mandatory add-ons?

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

Is Northside Ford Lincoln a good dealer?

Northside Ford Lincoln has a transparency score of 100/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($325) is at or below average
No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Northside Ford Lincoln

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($325) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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