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Star Motor Cars

Houston, TX·10 verified quotes*

Aug 22, 2025Feb 9, 2026· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

C
77.9/100
Doc Fee
$150

TX caps at $225

Add-on Rate
10%of quotes

Avg $9,435 when present

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Star Motor Cars Review

Based on 10 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Feb 2026, Star Motor Cars earns a Grade C (77.9/100). Their typical doc fee of $150 is at or below the TX average. Add-ons average $944 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $17,254.

Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

0d125d250d375d500d$45k$84k$123k$163k$202kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
84
Price Accuracy (30%)
56
Data Quality (10%)
60
  • Doc fee ($150) is at or below TX average ($234)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $9,435 when present
  • Fees average 8.3% above listing (~$2,905 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$150
TX avg$234
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

4 vehicle transactions10 individual quotes

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450

New3 quotes
$68,316
$150doc feeNo add-onsSaved $17,254
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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE

GLE350WNew5 quotes
$72,520
$150doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC

$83,104
doc feeNo add-ons
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2018 Mercedes-Benz S550V4

Used
$99,347
$150doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
driver assistance packageavg $1,950
1 quote
2
night packageavg $400
1 quote
3
amg line exterior packageavg $3,150
1 quote
4
exclusive trimavg $1,300
1 quote
5
panorama sunroofavg $1,000
1 quote
6
mbux multimedia systemavg $600
1 quote
7
heated washer systemavg $160
1 quote
8
winter packageavg $450
1 quote
9
20" amg twin 5-spoke wheels w/ black accentsavg $220
1 quote
10
load sill protectoravg $170
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Star Motor Cars's doc fee?

Star Motor Cars charges a typical documentation fee of $150. The TX average is $176. This is based on 10 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Star Motor Cars add mandatory add-ons?

Star Motor Cars adds an average of $944 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 Star Motor Cars a good dealer?

Star Motor Cars has a transparency score of 77.9/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 10 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($150) is at or below average
High dealer markup (+8.3% above listing)
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Tips for Star Motor Cars

  • Expect ~$944 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Dealer markup is 8% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($150) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
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