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Mazda Of Gastonia

Gastonia, NC·3 verified quotes*

Sep 11, 2025Dec 4, 2025· Score updated Apr 3, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 84.8/100
Add-on Rate
67%of quotes

Avg $1,295 when present

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Price vs. Days on Lot

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

2 negotiable
0d98d195d293d390d$13k$25k$37k$49k$61kDays on Lot
New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

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

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
50
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($699) is at or below NC average ($800)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,295 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699
NC avg$800
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

2025 Mazda CX-5

2.5 S PREFERRED PACKAGE ANew
$32,700
$699doc fee$1,295add-ons
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2025 Mazda CX-5

New2 quotes
$31,574
$699doc feeNo add-onsSaved $4,500
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Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $1,295
1 quote
2
lifetime warranty, tinted windows, 1 year complimentary maintenanceavg $1,295
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mazda Of Gastonia's doc fee?

Mazda Of Gastonia charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The NC average is $694. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Mazda Of Gastonia add mandatory add-ons?

Mazda Of Gastonia adds an average of $863 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 Mazda Of Gastonia a good dealer?

Mazda Of Gastonia has a transparency score of 84.8/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 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 Mazda Of Gastonia

  • Doc fee is $301 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Expect ~$863 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Dealer markup is effectively 0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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