Transparency Verdict
Shottenkirk Decatur earns a D.
Early caution.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we observed concerns on fees, add-ons, or markup. The picture may shift as we collect more data — get every number in writing.
Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Decatur, AL
Collected Feb 25, 2026 – Feb 25, 2026 · Updated Oct 4, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Shottenkirk Decatur earned this grade
Between February 2026 and February 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$998 is $279 above the AL average of $719. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.
TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 4.8% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,680 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.
1 verified OTD quote from Shottenkirk Decatur
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Recent Quotes
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1 verified quote
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Shottenkirk Decatur
- Expect ~$895 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
- Doc fee ($998) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Shottenkirk Decatur charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Shottenkirk Decatur charges a $998 documentation fee and averages $895 in dealer add-ons when present. Shottenkirk Decatur earns Transparency Grade D, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is Shottenkirk Decatur's doc fee?
Shottenkirk Decatur charges a typical documentation fee of $998. The AL average is $719. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Shottenkirk Decatur add mandatory add-ons?
Shottenkirk Decatur adds an average of $895 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 Shottenkirk Decatur a good dealer?
Shottenkirk Decatur earns a Grade D, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Shottenkirk Decatur 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 Shottenkirk Decatur in Decatur, AL, that has meant 1 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 D.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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