Star Motor Cars

Houston, TX·10 verified quotes*

Aug 22, 2025Feb 9, 2026· Score updated Apr 1, 2026

C
77.9/100
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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
84
Price Accuracy (30%)
56
Data Quality (10%)
60
  • Doc fee ($150) is at or below TX average ($233)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $9,435 when present
  • Fees average 8.3% above listing (~$2,905 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$150
TX avg$233
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

4 vehicle transactions10 individual quotes

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450

New3 quotes
$32,480

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE

GLE350WNew5 quotes
$41,990

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC

$28,750

2018 Mercedes-Benz S550V4

Used
$55,300

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Is Star Motor Cars a good dealer?

Star Motor Cars has a transparency score of 77.9/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 10 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee is at or below average
High dealer markup (+8.3% above listing)
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Tips for Star Motor Cars

  • Expect some add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Dealer markup is 8% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
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