Transparency Verdict
Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville 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.
Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Merrillville, IL
Collected Aug 1, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025 · Updated May 4, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville earned this grade
Between August 2025 and August 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.
✓ What they do well
1 thingDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$251 is $126 below the IL average of $377. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
! Where to push back
1 thingThe listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 4.3% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,505 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
1 verified OTD quote from Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville
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Recent Quotes
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Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville
- Expect ~$995 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
- Doc fee ($251) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
- Dealer markup is only +4% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville's doc fee?
Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville charges a typical documentation fee of $251. The IL average is $377. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville add mandatory add-ons?
Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville adds an average of $995 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 Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville a good dealer?
Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville has a transparency score of 75.8/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 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 Sweis Infiniti of Merrillville in Merrillville, IL, 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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