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The Automaster BMW earns an A.
Early deals look fair on fees and pricing. CarEdge will firm this up as more data comes in.
- $399
- Doc fee
- None
- Dealer add-ons
$154 below VT avg
In 2 recent quotes
Limited confidenceShelburne, VTUpdated How we score dealers
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why The Automaster BMW earned this grade
Between October 2025 and October 2025, 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
2 thingsDoc fee is genuinely reasonable
$399 is $154 below the VT average of $553. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.0% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
2 verified OTD quotes from The Automaster BMW
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At a Glance
Tips for The Automaster BMW
- A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation, since fees are already competitive.
- Doc fee ($399) is at or below VT average. One less thing to negotiate.
- This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does The Automaster BMW charge?
Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, The Automaster BMW charges a $399 documentation fee and typically adds no mandatory dealer add-ons. The Automaster BMW earns Transparency Grade A, based on limited data (2 verified quotes).
What is the doc fee at The Automaster BMW?
The Automaster BMW charges a typical documentation fee of $399. The VT average is $553. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does The Automaster BMW add dealer add-ons?
Based on our data, quotes from The Automaster BMW typically do not include dealer add-ons. When add-ons do appear, some may be marked optional. Dealer add-ons appeared on 0 of 2 recent verified quotes.
Is The Automaster BMW a good dealership?
The Automaster BMW earns a Grade A, 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 The Automaster BMW has 3 verified quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about The Automaster BMW?
CarEdge reviews The Automaster BMW on 2 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade A, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $399 versus a VT average of $553. None of its 2 recent quotes included dealer add-ons.
Is The Automaster BMW a transparent BMW dealer in Shelburne?
CarEdge has limited data on The Automaster BMW so far. The Automaster BMW holds CarEdge Transparency Grade A, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does The Automaster BMW compare to other BMW dealers?
You can compare The Automaster BMW's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other BMW dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing BMW dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best BMW Dealerships in the US ranks BMW 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 The Automaster BMW in Shelburne, VT, 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 A.
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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