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Zeigler

Kalamazoo, MI·12 verified quotes*

Oct 20, 2025Mar 9, 2026· Score updated Apr 8, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 85/100
Add-on Rate
67%of quotes

Avg $1,073 when present

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Zeigler Review

Based on 12 verified OTD quotes from Oct 2025 to Mar 2026, Zeigler earns a Grade B (85/100). Their typical doc fee of $280 is at or below the MI average. Add-ons average $715 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $530.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
50
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($280) is at or below MI average ($285)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,073 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$280
MI avg$285
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $728
7 quotes
2
zguardavg $1,995
1 quote
3
lockavg $1,495
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zeigler's doc fee?

Zeigler charges a typical documentation fee of $280. The MI average is $499. This is based on 12 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Zeigler add mandatory add-ons?

Zeigler adds an average of $715 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 Zeigler a good dealer?

Zeigler has a transparency score of 85/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 12 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($280) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Zeigler

  • Expect ~$715 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($280) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 3% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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