Drive A Dream

Marietta, GA·27 verified quotes*

Sep 18, 2025Mar 27, 2026· Score updated Apr 1, 2026

A
CarEdgeVerified
Transparent Dealer
Score: 92.5/100
Add-on Rate
22%of quotes

Avg $1,098 when present

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Drive A Dream Review

Based on 27 verified OTD quotes from Sep 2025 to Mar 2026, Drive A Dream earns a Grade A (92.5/100). Their typical doc fee of $699 is close to the GA average ($606). When present, add-ons average $244, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,005.

Price vs. Days on Lot

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

12 negotiable
0d101d202d303d404d$19k$103k$187k$271k$355kDays 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%)
91
Add-on Behavior (30%)
87
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
93
  • Doc fee ($699) is at or below GA average ($829)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,098 when present
  • Fees average 2.0% above listing (~$700 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$699
GA avg$829
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

11 vehicle transactions27 individual quotes

2022 Lexus LC

LC 500 Coupe2 quotes
$70,494
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,849
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2024 Kia EV9

GT-Line AWD2 quotes
$39,299
$799doc feeNo add-ons
View 2 Quotes →

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB

AMG GLB 35 4MATIC SUV
$39,149
$799doc feeNo add-ons
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB

AMG GLB 35 4MATIC SUV
$38,599
$799doc feeNo add-ons
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2022 Tesla Model X

AWD2 quotes
$48,625
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $670
View 2 Quotes →

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC

AMG GLC 43 4MATIC SUVUsed2 quotes
$49,299
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $500
View 2 Quotes →

2023 Toyota Sienna

XLE FWD 8-Passenger
$38,297
$699doc fee$999add-ons
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2024 Lexus TX

TX 500h F SPORT Premium AWD2 quotes
$59,169
$699doc feeNo add-onsSaved $999
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2023 Lexus IS

500 F SPORT Performance Premium RWD
$56,690
$699doc fee$999add-ons
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2022 Tesla Model S

3 quotes
$51,273
$699doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
connect & protectavg $999
4 quotes
2
endurance gap insuranceavg $1,295
2 quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drive A Dream's doc fee?

Drive A Dream charges a typical documentation fee of $699. The GA average is $606. This is based on 27 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Drive A Dream add mandatory add-ons?

Drive A Dream adds an average of $244 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 Drive A Dream a good dealer?

Drive A Dream has a transparency score of 92.5/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 27 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 Drive A Dream

  • Doc fee is $301 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$244) 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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