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Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad

Carlsbad, CA·7 verified quotes*

Jan 8, 2026Apr 3, 2026· Score updated Apr 8, 2026

C
76.7/100
Doc Fee
$0

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
57%of quotes

Avg $2,067 when present

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Price vs. Days on Lot

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

0d125d250d375d500d$15k$42k$69k$97k$124kDays 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%)
56
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
0
  • Doc fee ($0) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $2,067 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$0
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

4 vehicle transactions7 individual quotes

2022 Chevrolet Suburban

K1500 WAGON RST 4WD (1SP)Used3 quotes
$50,745
doc feeNo add-onsSaved $2,728
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2024 GMC Yukon XL

TrimK1500 WAGON DENALI ULTIMATE 4WD (SSB)2 quotes
$82,976
doc feeNo add-onsSaved $2,727
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2026 GMC Sierra 1500

CREW CAB SHORT BOX SLT 4WD (4SA)New
$69,108
doc fee$1,629add-ons
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2026 GMC Sierra 1500

CREW CAB SHORT BOX SLT 4WD (4SA)New
$69,108
doc fee$1,629add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
paint protectionavg $834
4 quotes
2
windshieldavg $1,670
2 quotes
3
theft protectionavg $795
2 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad's doc fee?

Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The CA average is $499. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad add mandatory add-ons?

Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad adds an average of $1,181 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 Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad a good dealer?

Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad has a transparency score of 76.7/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($0) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Premier Buick GMC Of Carlsbad

  • This dealer often adds $1,181 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Doc fee ($0) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 9% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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