Shaver Preferred Motors earns a C.
Early deals show some friction on fees or add-ons. Compare quotes before you commit.
- $251
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$7 above IN avg
On 3 of 3 recent quotes
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Why Shaver Preferred Motors earned this grade
Between October 2025 and February 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 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 thingDoc fee is in line with the market
At $251, their doc fee is within $7 of the IN average of $244. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
! Where to push back
2 thingsQuoted add-ons show up on most deals
100% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $798. Plan on seeing them on your quote.
TipAsk for an itemized quote before signing, and ask the dealer to confirm in writing which add-ons, if any, are required.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 5.7% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,995 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.
3 verified OTD quotes from Shaver Preferred Motors
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
3 verified quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Shaver Preferred Motors
- 3 of 3 quotes included $2,394 in add-ons (Wheel Locks, Theft Protection), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +6% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Shaver Preferred Motors charge?
Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Shaver Preferred Motors charges a $251 documentation fee and averages $798 in dealer add-ons when present. Shaver Preferred Motors earns Transparency Grade C (72/100).
What is the doc fee at Shaver Preferred Motors?
Shaver Preferred Motors charges a typical documentation fee of $251. The IN average is $244. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Shaver Preferred Motors add dealer add-ons?
Shaver Preferred Motors adds an average of $798 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 3 of 3 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Shaver Preferred Motors a good dealership?
Shaver Preferred Motors has a transparency score of 72/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Shaver Preferred Motors?
CarEdge reviews Shaver Preferred Motors on 3 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (72/100), with a typical doc fee of $251 versus an IN average of $244. Dealer add-ons appeared on 3 of 3 recent quotes.
Is Shaver Preferred Motors a transparent car dealer in Merrillville?
Shaver Preferred Motors is about average. Shaver Preferred Motors holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (72/100), based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other car dealers nearby before you buy.
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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 Shaver Preferred Motors in Merrillville, IN, that has meant 3 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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