Transparency Verdict
Sullivan Motor Company Inc. earns a C.
Mixed early signals.
On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.
Developing confidence — based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes · Mesa, AZ
Collected Oct 22, 2025 – Oct 23, 2025 · Updated May 2, 2026
Location
Mesa, AZ
The full story
Why Sullivan Motor Company Inc. earned this grade
Between October 2025 and October 2025, 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
1 thingNo dealer add-ons detected
Across 3 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$695 is $99 above the AZ average of $596. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipAsk them to match the average. If they won't, factor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
Listing price and real price disagree
Quoted prices run 8.8% above the advertised listing — roughly $3,080 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.
TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.
3 verified OTD quotes from Sullivan Motor Company Inc.
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
At a Glance
Tips for Sullivan Motor Company Inc.
- Dealer markup is 9% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
- Doc fee ($695) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Limited data (3 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
59
Median Days Listed
29
Added This Week
Days on Market
How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan Motor Company Inc.'s doc fee?
Sullivan Motor Company Inc. charges a typical documentation fee of $695. The AZ average is $596. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Sullivan Motor Company Inc. add mandatory add-ons?
Based on our data, Sullivan Motor Company Inc. does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.
Is Sullivan Motor Company Inc. a good dealer?
Sullivan Motor Company Inc. has a transparency score of 79.2/100, 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.
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 Sullivan Motor Company Inc. in Mesa, AZ, 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 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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