Veterans Ford

Tampa, FL9 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.
Data: Nov 29, 2025 - Jan 24, 2026
B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 81.9/100
Shop Inventory813-845-8796Website
Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.
$250
Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.
$872
Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.
+0.0%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$890

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.100
Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.43
Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100
Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.89
  • Doc fee ($250) is at or below FL average ($999)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $872 when present
  • Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$250
FL avg$999
National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

2025 Ford F-150

STX 4x2 SuperCrew Cab 5.5 ft. box 1W2K

$44,187
Doc Fee$250
Add-ons$900
Savings
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2025 Ford Maverick

XL Front-Wheel Drive SuperCrew 4.5 W8A

$31,015
Doc Fee$250
Add-onsNone
Savings$890
View Original OTD Quote

2020 Mazda CX-5

Grand Touring (A6) 4dr Front-wheel

$20,322
Doc Fee$250
Add-ons$999
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Ford Bronco

Big Bend 4dr 4x4E7B

$45,253
Doc Fee$250
Add-onsNone
Savings
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2023 Ford F-150

W1E

$65,275
Doc Fee$250
Add-ons$999
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

1
pre-delivery service chargeavg $900
4 quotes
2
avc appearance protection (optional)avg $999
4 quotes
3
administration feeavg $250
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Veterans Ford's doc fee?

Veterans Ford charges a typical documentation fee of $250. The FL average is $725. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Veterans Ford add mandatory add-ons?

Veterans Ford adds an average of $872 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 Veterans Ford a good dealer?

Veterans Ford has a transparency score of 81.9/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($250) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Veterans Ford

  • ⚠️Expect ~$872 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($250) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
9
Recent (12mo)
9
Complete Data
8

What to Expect

When shopping at Veterans Ford:

  • Expect a doc fee around $250
  • Add-ons may total around $872
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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