Transparency Verdict
Stivers Ford Lincoln earns an A.
Promising early read.
The verified deals we have so far look reasonable on fees and pricing. We'll firm up the verdict as more data comes in.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · Waukee, IA
Collected Dec 16, 2025 – Jan 27, 2026 · Updated May 3, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Stivers Ford Lincoln earned this grade
Between December 2025 and January 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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
1 thingAdvertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.2% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee exceeds the state cap
Their typical doc fee of $440 is above IA's legal cap of $180. This is a red flag — every dealer in the state must stay at or below this number.
TipTell them you expect the doc fee at $180 or lower. It's not optional; it's the law.
2 verified OTD quotes from Stivers Ford Lincoln
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
2 verified quotes
At a Glance
Tips for Stivers Ford Lincoln
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
On the lot right now
Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.
Current Inventory
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Median Price
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Median Days Listed
64
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stivers Ford Lincoln's doc fee?
Stivers Ford Lincoln charges a typical documentation fee of $440. The IA average is $194. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Stivers Ford Lincoln add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Stivers Ford Lincoln does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Stivers Ford Lincoln a good dealer?
Stivers Ford Lincoln has a transparency score of 92.6/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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 Stivers Ford Lincoln in Waukee, IA, that has meant 2 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?
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 A.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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