Transparency Verdict
Phil Long Ford - Motor City earns a B.
Early read: mostly fair.
Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.
Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Colorado Springs, CO
Collected May 28, 2026 – Jul 4, 2026 · Updated Jul 15, 2026
The full story
Why Phil Long Ford - Motor City earned this grade
Between May 2026 and July 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 thingNo dealer add-ons detected
Across 4 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$698 is $70 above the CO average of $628. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipAsk them to match the average. If they won't, factor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 6.5% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $2,275 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
4 verified OTD quotes from Phil Long Ford - Motor City
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
2 vehicle transactions — 4 individual quotes
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At a Glance
Tips for Phil Long Ford - Motor City
- Doc fee ($698) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +7% 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 Phil Long Ford - Motor City charge?
Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Phil Long Ford - Motor City charges a $698 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. Phil Long Ford - Motor City earns Transparency Grade B (89.1/100).
What is Phil Long Ford - Motor City's doc fee?
Phil Long Ford - Motor City charges a typical documentation fee of $698. The CO average is $628. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Phil Long Ford - Motor City add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Phil Long Ford - Motor City does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Phil Long Ford - Motor City a good dealer?
Phil Long Ford - Motor City has a transparency score of 89.1/100, earning a Grade B. 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.
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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 Phil Long Ford - Motor City in Colorado Springs, CO, 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?
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 B.
Doc Fee Comparison
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