C
70–79 · Average

Transparency Verdict

Walters Auto Group earns a C.

Mixed early signals.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.

Limited confidence — based on 1 verified out-the-door quote · Pikeville, KY
Collected Sep 3, 2026Sep 3, 2026 · Updated Sep 6, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

Pikeville, KY

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The full story

Why Walters Auto Group earned this grade

Between September 2026 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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 things

Doc fee is genuinely reasonable

$0 is $596 below the KY average of $596. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.

Advertised pricing is largely honest

On average, the quoted price is only 2.5% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.

! Where to push back:Nothing glaring. That's part of why they scored where they did.

1 verified OTD quote from Walters Auto Group

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 verified quote

2027 Chevrolet Equinox

RSNew
$42,390
doc fee$78mandatory
View Quote →

Most Common Add-ons

Mandatory
accessoriesavg $28
1 quote
theft protectionavg $50
1 quote

At a Glance

Doc fee ($0) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Walters Auto Group

  • Minor add-ons (~$78) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($0) is at or below KY average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (1 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.

Current Inventory

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$32,096

Median Price

28

Median Days Listed

1

Added This Week

By Type

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Walters Auto Group charge?

Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Walters Auto Group charges a $0 documentation fee and averages $78 in dealer add-ons when present. Walters Auto Group earns Transparency Grade C (72/100).

What is Walters Auto Group's doc fee?

Walters Auto Group charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The KY average is $596. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Walters Auto Group add mandatory add-ons?

Walters Auto Group adds an average of $78 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 Walters Auto Group a good dealer?

Walters Auto Group has a transparency score of 72/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

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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 Walters Auto Group in Pikeville, KY, that has meant 1 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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
40
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
0

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$0
KY avg$596
National avg$404

Pulled 1 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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