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Ted Russell Ford Lincoln earns a C.
Expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here save money.
- $795
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$108 above TN avg
On 7 of 7 recent quotes
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The full story
Why Ted Russell Ford Lincoln earned this grade
Between November 2025 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 7 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
2 thingsThe 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."
Shoppers who negotiated saved real money
Across 3 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $922 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.
TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$795 is $108 above the TN average of $687. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
Quoted add-ons show up on most deals
100% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,481. Plan on seeing them on your quote.
TipAsk for an itemized quote before signing, and ask the dealer to confirm in writing which add-ons, if any, are required.
7 verified OTD quotes from Ted Russell Ford Lincoln
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
4 vehicle transactions — 7 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Ted Russell Ford Lincoln
- 7 of 7 quotes included $10,370 in add-ons (TRF Pro Care Package Includes LLTW, trf, TRF Pro Care Package Includes LTW), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($795) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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On the lot right now
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Ted Russell Ford Lincoln charge?
Based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Ted Russell Ford Lincoln charges a $795 documentation fee and averages $1,481 in dealer add-ons when present. Ted Russell Ford Lincoln earns Transparency Grade C (76/100).
What is the doc fee at Ted Russell Ford Lincoln?
Ted Russell Ford Lincoln charges a typical documentation fee of $795. The TN average is $687. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Ted Russell Ford Lincoln add dealer add-ons?
Ted Russell Ford Lincoln adds an average of $1,481 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 7 of 7 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 Ted Russell Ford Lincoln a good dealership?
Ted Russell Ford Lincoln has a transparency score of 76/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Ted Russell Ford Lincoln?
CarEdge reviews Ted Russell Ford Lincoln on 7 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (76/100), with a typical doc fee of $795 versus a TN average of $687. Dealer add-ons appeared on 7 of 7 recent quotes.
Is Ted Russell Ford Lincoln a transparent Ford dealer in Knoxville?
Ted Russell Ford Lincoln is about average. Ted Russell Ford Lincoln holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (76/100), based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Ford dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Ted Russell Ford Lincoln compare to other Ford dealers?
You can compare Ted Russell Ford Lincoln'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 Tennessee 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 Ted Russell Ford Lincoln in Knoxville, TN, that has meant 7 verified OTD quotes across 3 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 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 7 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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