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Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs

Atlanta, GA·11 verified quotes*

Oct 31, 2025Jan 19, 2026· Score updated Apr 3, 2026

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 93.8/100
Add-on Rate
36%of quotes

Avg $934 when present

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Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs Review

Based on 11 verified OTD quotes from Oct 2025 to Jan 2026, Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs earns a Grade A (93.8/100). Their typical doc fee of $699 is close to the GA average ($602). When present, add-ons average $208, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,024.

Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

1 negotiable
0d3d7d10d13d$51k$58k$64k$70k$77kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

< 30 days
6 (100%)
30–90 days
0 (0%)
90–180 days
0 (0%)
180+ days
0 (0%)
Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
90
Add-on Behavior (30%)
89
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($699) is at or below GA average ($827)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $934 when present
  • Fees average 2.1% above listing (~$735 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699
GA avg$827
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

7 vehicle transactions11 individual quotes

2023 Ford Expedition

Limited 4dr 4x4U2AUsed
$42,788
$799doc feeNo add-ons
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2024 Ford Expedition

LimitedUsed2 quotes
$45,744
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,024
View 2 Quotes →

2025 Ford Ranger

XLTNew
$41,165
$699doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Ford Bronco

BadlandsNew
$62,970
$699doc fee$1,298add-ons
View Quote →

2024 Toyota 4Runner

TRD Off Road Premium (A5) 4dr 4x4Used2 quotes
$52,140
$699doc fee$1add-ons
View 2 Quotes →

2025 Ford F-150

XLTW3LUsed
$56,411
$699doc feeNo add-ons
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2013 Ford Edge

SELUsed3 quotes
$9,973
$699doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
dealerdocavg $699
2 quotes
2
allstate interior and exterior protectionavg $995
1 quote
3
3m window tintavg $399
1 quote
4
mobile clear shieldavg $899
1 quote
5
non tax feesavg $44
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs's doc fee?

Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The GA average is $602. This is based on 11 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs add mandatory add-ons?

Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs adds an average of $208 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 Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs a good dealer?

Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs has a transparency score of 93.8/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 11 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Jim Ellis Ford Sandy Springs

  • Doc fee is $301 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$208) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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