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Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison earns a C.
Expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here save money.
- $180
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$10 above IA avg
On 5 of 5 recent quotes
Developing confidenceFort Madison, IAUpdated How we score dealersPart of Shottenkirk Automotive Group
The full story
Why Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison earned this grade
Between December 2025 and April 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 5 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
2 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $180, their doc fee is within $10 of the IA average of $170. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
The price you see is the price you get
Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."
! Where to push back
1 thingQuoted 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 $895. 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.
5 verified OTD quotes from Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison
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 vehicle transactions — 5 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison
- 5 of 5 quotes included $4,475 in add-ons (Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is about 4% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison charge?
Based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison charges a $180 documentation fee and averages $895 in dealer add-ons when present. Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).
What is the doc fee at Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison?
Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison charges a typical documentation fee of $180. The IA average is $170. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison add dealer add-ons?
Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison adds an average of $895 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 5 of 5 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 Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison a good dealership?
Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison has a transparency score of 79/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison?
CarEdge reviews Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison on 5 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (79/100), with a typical doc fee of $180 versus an IA average of $170. Dealer add-ons appeared on 5 of 5 recent quotes.
Is Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison a transparent Chevrolet dealer in Fort Madison?
Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison is about average. Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (79/100), based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Chevrolet dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison compare to other Chevrolet dealers?
You can compare Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Chevrolet dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Chevrolet dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Chevrolet Dealerships in the US ranks Chevrolet dealers on the same data.
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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 Shottenkirk Chevrolet Fort Madison in Fort Madison, IA, that has meant 5 verified OTD quotes across 1 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 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
Pulled 5 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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