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Dick Smith

Columbia, SC·4 verified quotes*

Feb 12, 2026Mar 12, 2026· Score updated Apr 4, 2026

A
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 90.5/100
Add-on Rate
25%of quotes

Avg $1,593 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
85
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
50
  • Doc fee ($499) is at or below SC average ($518)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,593 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$499
SC avg$518
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 vehicle transactions4 individual quotes

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$499doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
easycare appearanceavg $599
1 quote
2
window tintavg $499
1 quote
3
ikon gpsavg $495
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dick Smith's doc fee?

Dick Smith charges a typical documentation fee of $499. The SC average is $499. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Dick Smith add mandatory add-ons?

Dick Smith adds an average of $398 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 Dick Smith a good dealer?

Dick Smith has a transparency score of 90.5/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($499) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Dick Smith

  • Doc fee ($499) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • Minor add-ons (~$398) 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 about 2% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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