Schmelz Countryside

Saint Paul, MN·8 verified quotes*

Aug 15, 2025Feb 27, 2026

A
CarEdgeVerified
Transparent Dealer
Score: 97.5/100
Shop Inventory651-968-1244Website
Doc Fee
Add-on Rate
Avg Negotiated
$350
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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)100
Add-on Behavior (30%)100
Price Accuracy (30%)100
Data Quality (10%)75
  • Doc fee ($350) is $225 above MN average ($125)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$350
MN avg$125
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Schmelz Countryside's doc fee?

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Does Schmelz Countryside add mandatory add-ons?

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Is Schmelz Countryside a good dealer?

Schmelz Countryside has a transparency score of 97.5/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee is at or below average
No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Schmelz Countryside

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee 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 about 7% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
8
Recent (12mo)
8
Complete Data
6

What to Expect

When shopping at Schmelz Countryside:

  • Doc fee details available with a free account
  • You'll likely see no mandatory add-ons
  • OTD price is typically about 7% below listing
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