Transparency Verdict
Scott-Rodes Auto Group earns an F.
Early caution — limited data.
Not all fees are itemized across our 2 verified quotes, and none had dealer add-ons.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · Newland, NC
Collected Jul 24, 2026 – Jul 24, 2026 · Updated Oct 17, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Scott-Rodes Auto Group earned this grade
Between July 2026 and July 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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.
! Where to push back
2 thingsNot all fees are itemized
Across 2 verified quotes, we could not find every dealer fee listed as its own line with its own amount.
TipAsk for an out-the-door quote with every fee on its own line, in writing, before you go in. If they won't break it out, treat that as the answer.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 15.4% above the advertised listing — roughly $5,390 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
2 verified OTD quotes from Scott-Rodes Auto Group
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At a Glance
Tips for Scott-Rodes Auto Group
- Not all fees are itemized on the quotes we have from this dealer. Ask for every fee on its own line, in writing, before you go.
- Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
- Dealer markup is 15% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Scott-Rodes Auto Group add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Scott-Rodes Auto Group does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Scott-Rodes Auto Group a good dealer?
Scott-Rodes Auto Group earns a Grade F, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Scott-Rodes Auto Group has 3 verified quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
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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 Scott-Rodes Auto Group in Newland, NC, that has meant 2 verified OTD quotes 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 stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
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 F.
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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