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Southern Ford Newport News

Newport News, VA·4 verified quotes*

Jan 12, 2026Feb 24, 2026· Score updated Apr 8, 2026

C
71.5/100
Add-on Rate
75%of quotes

Avg $1,864 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
60
Add-on Behavior (30%)
45
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($899) is slightly above VA average ($888)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,864 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$899
VA avg$888
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 vehicle transactions4 individual quotes

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XLT 4x4 SuperCrewNew
$40,386
$899doc fee$1,997add-ons
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$52,187
$899doc fee$1,997add-ons
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2025 Ram 1500

Big Horn/Lone Star 4x4 Crew Cab 144Used2 quotes
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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $549
6 quotes
2
paint protectionavg $766
3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southern Ford Newport News's doc fee?

Southern Ford Newport News charges a typical documentation fee of $899. The VA average is $499. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Southern Ford Newport News add mandatory add-ons?

Southern Ford Newport News adds an average of $1,398 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 Southern Ford Newport News a good dealer?

Southern Ford Newport News has a transparency score of 71.5/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($899) is well above average ($499)
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Tips for Southern Ford Newport News

  • Doc fee is $499 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer often adds $1,398 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Dealer markup is about 3% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
  • Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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