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Spitzer Ford earns a C.

Early deals show some friction on fees or add-ons. Compare quotes before you commit.

$398
Doc fee

$9 above OH avg

100%
Dealer add-ons

On 3 of 3 recent quotes

3
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Location

Hartville, OH

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The full story

Why Spitzer Ford earned this grade

Between December 2025 and September 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

2 things

Doc fee is in line with the market

At $398, their doc fee is within $9 of the OH average of $389. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.

Advertised pricing is largely honest

On average, the quoted price is only 2.6% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Quoted 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 $1,388. 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.

3 verified OTD quotes from Spitzer Ford

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

2027 Ford Explorer

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$52,952
$398doc fee$1,388mandatory
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2027 Ford Explorer

ST-LINENew
$51,055
$398doc fee$1,388mandatory
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2023 BMW X3

$44,335
$387doc fee$1,388mandatory
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Most Common Add-ons

Quoted Add-ons
theft protectionavg $799
3 quotes
vin etchavg $589
3 quotes

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Spitzer Ford

  • 3 of 3 quotes included $4,164 in add-ons (Theft Protection, VIN Etch), not marked optional.
  • Dealer markup is only +3% 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 Spitzer Ford charge?

Based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Spitzer Ford charges a $398 documentation fee and averages $1,388 in dealer add-ons when present. Spitzer Ford earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).

What is the doc fee at Spitzer Ford?

Spitzer Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $398. The OH average is $389. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Spitzer Ford add dealer add-ons?

Spitzer Ford adds an average of $1,388 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 Spitzer Ford a good dealership?

Spitzer Ford 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 3 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

What do reviews say about Spitzer Ford?

CarEdge reviews Spitzer Ford on 3 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (79/100), with a typical doc fee of $398 versus an OH average of $389. Dealer add-ons appeared on 3 of 3 recent quotes.

Is Spitzer Ford a transparent Ford dealer in Hartville?

Spitzer Ford is about average. Spitzer Ford holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (79/100), based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Ford dealers nearby before you buy.

How does Spitzer Ford compare to other Ford dealers?

You can compare Spitzer Ford's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ford Dealerships in Akron, Best Ford Dealerships in Youngstown, Best Ford Dealerships in Ohio and Best Ford Dealerships in the US rank Ford 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 Spitzer Ford in Hartville, OH, 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
99
Add-on Behavior (30%)
30
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$398
OH avg$389
National avg$404

Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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