B
80–89 · Above average

Transparency Verdict

Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton earns a B.

Mostly honest. Stay alert.

Fair on the big stuff, but there are small things to watch. Read the out-the-door carefully before you sign.

Strong confidence — based on 28 verified out-the-door quotes and 2 tracked negotiations · Warrenton, VA
Collected Aug 24, 2025Jun 3, 2026 · Updated Jun 4, 2026

Location

Warrenton, VA

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The full story

Why Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton earned this grade

Between August 2025 and June 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 28 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 thing

Advertised pricing is largely honest

On average, the quoted price is only 2.3% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.

! Where to push back

2 things

Doc fee is slightly padded

$998 is $122 above the VA average of $876. 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.

Add-ons show up on most deals

57% of quotes include dealer add-ons, averaging $1,995. Expect them to try to include something — paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, VIN etching.

TipNearly all aftermarket add-ons are optional and removable. Say "please take those off the quote" and watch the OTD drop.

28 verified OTD quotes from Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton

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

10 vehicle transactions28 individual quotes

2026 Ram 1500

RebelNew3 quotes
$74,987
$998doc feeNo add-ons
View 3Quotes →

2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4X4

TS155487
$68,886
doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2026 Ram 1500

New2 quotes
$73,851
doc feeNo add-ons
View 2Quotes →

2026 Ram 3500

LimitedNew
$99,324
$998doc feeNo add-ons
View Quote →

2025 Ram 2500

Laramie3 quotes
$69,760
$998doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1
View 3Quotes →

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

$51,717
doc fee$1,995add-ons
View Quote →

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

BRT WHT CCNew
$51,717
$998doc fee$1,995add-ons
View Quote →

2025 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE L

$51,717
doc fee$1,995add-ons
View Quote →

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Limited13 quotes
$49,217
$998doc fee$1,995add-onsSaved $100
View 13Quotes →

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Used2 quotes
$38,685
$949doc feeNo add-ons
View 2Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $1,995
16 quotes

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton

  • Doc fee is $598 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer often adds $1,140 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • 28 quotes analyzed. This score is based on solid data.
Live inventory

On the lot right now

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton's doc fee?

Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton charges a typical documentation fee of $998. The VA average is $876. This is based on 28 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton add mandatory add-ons?

Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton adds an average of $1,140 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 Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton a good dealer?

Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton has a transparency score of 81.6/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 28 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

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 Safford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Warrenton in Warrenton, VA, that has meant 28 verified OTD quotes across 2 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to B.

Fee Transparency (30%)
88
Add-on Behavior (30%)
56
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
86

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$998
VA avg$876
National avg$400

Pulled 28 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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