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Direct Auto Access

Germantown, MD·1 verified quotes*

Dec 15, 2025Dec 15, 2025· Score updated Apr 4, 2026

Limited data. This score is based on 1 quote and may change as more data becomes available.

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 83.6/100
Add-on Rate
0%of quotes

No add-ons detected

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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
0d35d70d105d140d$7k$10k$13k$17k$20kDays 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%)
84
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
61
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($800) is slightly above MD average ($775)
  • No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
  • Fees average 7.7% above listing (~$2,695 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$800
MD avg$775
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 verified quote

2016 Mazda CX-5

Used
$15,087
$800doc feeNo add-ons
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Direct Auto Access's doc fee?

Direct Auto Access charges a typical documentation fee of $800. The MD average is $642. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Direct Auto Access add mandatory add-ons?

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

Is Direct Auto Access a good dealer?

Direct Auto Access has a transparency score of 83.6/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

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Tips for Direct Auto Access

  • Doc fee is $402 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is only +8% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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