D
60–69 · Below average

Transparency Verdict

Sunset GMC earns a D.

Early caution.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we observed concerns on fees, add-ons, or markup. The picture may shift as we collect more data — get every number in writing.

Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Sarasota, FL
Collected Nov 6, 2025Nov 6, 2025 · Updated Jul 7, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

Sarasota, FL

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The full story

Why Sunset GMC earned this grade

Between November 2025 and November 2025, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Doc fee is significantly inflated

$1,006 is $288 above the FL average of $718. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.

TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.

What they do well:Nothing stands out as a strength in this data. That's the finding.

1 verified OTD quote from Sunset GMC

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

1 verified quote

2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

$49,075
$1,006doc fee$2,295add-ons
View Quote →

Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $2,295
1 quote

At a Glance

High add-ons averaging $2,295

Tips for Sunset GMC

  • Doc fee is $606 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer often adds $2,295 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Sunset GMC charge?

Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Sunset GMC charges a $1,006 documentation fee and averages $2,295 in dealer add-ons when present. Sunset GMC earns Transparency Grade D (60.8/100).

What is Sunset GMC's doc fee?

Sunset GMC charges a typical documentation fee of $1,006. The FL average is $914. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Sunset GMC add mandatory add-ons?

Sunset GMC adds an average of $2,295 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 Sunset GMC a good dealer?

Sunset GMC has a transparency score of 60.8/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

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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 Sunset GMC in Sarasota, FL, that has meant 1 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 Score

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

Fee Transparency (30%)
91
Add-on Behavior (30%)
20
Price Accuracy (30%)
58
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$1,006
FL avg$718
National avg$400

Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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