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Vaughn Automotive

Ottumwa, IA·7 verified quotes*

Sep 19, 2025Mar 6, 2026· Score updated Apr 4, 2026

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Transparent Dealer
Score: 99.8/100
Doc Fee
$180

$16 below IA average

IA caps at $180

Add-on Rate
0%of quotes

No add-ons detected

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Current Inventory

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$65,602

Median Price

216

Median Days Listed

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
99
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($180) is at or below IA average ($196)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$180
IA avg$196
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vaughn Automotive's doc fee?

Vaughn Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $180. The IA average is $174. This is based on 7 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Vaughn Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Vaughn Automotive does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Vaughn Automotive a good dealer?

Vaughn Automotive has a transparency score of 99.8/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 7 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Vaughn Automotive

  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($180) is at or below national 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 about 2% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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