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Sugar Loaf Automotive

Ottumwa, IA·4 verified quotes*

Nov 6, 2025Nov 7, 2025· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 89.7/100

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
82
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
50
  • Doc fee ($350) is slightly above IA average ($196)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$350
IA avg$196
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sugar Loaf Automotive's doc fee?

Sugar Loaf Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $350. The IA average is $174. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Sugar Loaf Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Sugar Loaf Automotive does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Sugar Loaf Automotive a good dealer?

Sugar Loaf Automotive has a transparency score of 89.7/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($350) is well above average ($174)
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Tips for Sugar Loaf Automotive

  • Doc fee ($350) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is about 2% 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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