Dealer Group
Cole Automotive Group
Cole Automotive Group runs 8 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (99/100) from 17 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $283
- Dealer add-ons
- None in verified quotes
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 7 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 99/100, 12.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
0% of transactions include an add-on, 17% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -3.7% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.1%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Rice Auto Sales | Schoolcraft, MI | A | 100 | 1 | — | $280 | 0% |
| Cole-Krum Chevrolet LLC | Schoolcraft, MI | A | 100 | 2 | Chevrolet | $280 | 0% |
| Cole Chry-Jeep-Dodge LLC | Marshall, MI | A | 100 | 3 | Dodge | $280 | 0% |
| Cole Buick GMC | Portage, MI | A | 100 | 3 | Buick | $280 | 0% |
| Cole Ford | Coldwater, MI | A | 99 | 3 | Ford | $304 | 0% |
| Cole Nissan | Kalamazoo, MI | A | 97 | 3 | Nissan | $280 | 0% |
| Cole Cadillac | Portage, MI | A | 95 | 2 | Cadillac | $280 | 0% |
| Cole Automotive Group | Portage, MI | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
8 locations across Michigan
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cole Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Cole Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (99/100) across 17 verified out-the-door quotes from 7 stores, graded 7 A. 100% of its graded stores earn an A or B. Grades vary by store, so check the specific location before you buy.
What do reviews say about Cole Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Cole Automotive Group on 17 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Cole Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (99/100) across 17 verified out-the-door quotes from 7 stores, graded 7 A. Across those quotes its stores show no dealer add-ons in verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Cole Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $283 doc fee across 17 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Cole Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Cole Automotive Group stores show no dealer add-ons in verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.