B
80–89 · Above average

Transparency Verdict

Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales earns a B.

Early read: mostly fair.

Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.

Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Idaho Falls, ID
Collected May 29, 2026May 29, 2026 · Updated Jul 25, 2026

Location

Idaho Falls, ID

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The full story

Why Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales earned this grade

Between May 2026 and May 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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 thing

Add-ons are the exception, not the rule

Only 25% of quotes include dealer-installed add-ons, averaging $1,925 when present. Most shoppers here never see them.

! Where to push back

2 things

Doc fee is slightly padded

$497 is $102 above the ID average of $395. 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.

The listing isn't quite the price

Quoted prices run about 4.2% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,470 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.

4 verified OTD quotes from Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales

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 vehicle transaction4 individual quotes

2024 GMC Terrain

-Used4 quotes
$28,950
$497doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,248
View 4 Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

1
technology pkgavg $675
1 quote
2
accessoriesavg $875
1 quote
3
bose premium stereoavg $375
1 quote

Tips for Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales

  • Minor add-ons (~$481) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Dealer markup is only +4% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Live inventory

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales charge?

Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales charges a $497 documentation fee and averages $481 in dealer add-ons when present. Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales earns Transparency Grade B (89.5/100).

What is Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales's doc fee?

Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales charges a typical documentation fee of $497. The ID average is $395. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales add mandatory add-ons?

Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales adds an average of $481 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 Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales a good dealer?

Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales has a transparency score of 89.5/100, 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.

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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 Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales in Idaho Falls, ID, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deals 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 B.

Fee Transparency (30%)
90
Add-on Behavior (30%)
85
Price Accuracy (30%)
90
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$497
ID avg$395
National avg$400

Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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