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Tallahassee Ford earns a C.
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- $1,299
- Doc fee
- 50%
- Dealer add-ons
$307 above FL avg
On 1 of 2 recent quotes
Limited confidenceTallahassee, FLUpdated How we score dealersPart of Phil Smith Automotive Group
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Tallahassee Ford earned this grade
Between November 2025 and August 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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 thingThe price you see is the price you get
Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is significantly inflated
$1,299 is $307 above the FL average of $992. 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.
2 verified OTD quotes from Tallahassee Ford
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At a Glance
Tips for Tallahassee Ford
- Doc fee is $307 above FL average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- 1 of 2 quotes included $498 in add-ons (Window Tint, Paint Protection), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is about 9% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Tallahassee Ford charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Tallahassee Ford charges a $1,299 documentation fee and averages $249 in dealer add-ons when present. Tallahassee Ford earns Transparency Grade C, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
What is the doc fee at Tallahassee Ford?
Tallahassee Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $1,299. The FL average is $992. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Tallahassee Ford add dealer add-ons?
Tallahassee Ford adds an average of $249 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Tallahassee Ford a good dealership?
Tallahassee Ford earns a Grade C, based on limited data (2 verified quotes). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Tallahassee Ford has 3 verified quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Tallahassee Ford?
CarEdge reviews Tallahassee Ford on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $1,299 versus an FL average of $992. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 2 recent quotes.
Is Tallahassee Ford a transparent Ford dealer in Tallahassee?
CarEdge has limited data on Tallahassee Ford so far. Tallahassee Ford holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Tallahassee Ford compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Tallahassee Ford's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Ford dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Ford dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Ford Dealerships in Florida and Best Ford Dealerships in the US rank Ford dealers on the same data.
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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 Tallahassee Ford in Tallahassee, FL, that has meant 2 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 stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
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 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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