Dealer Group
Jim Hudson Automotive Group
Jim Hudson Automotive Group runs 12 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (90/100) from 61 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $634
- Dealer add-ons
- On 34% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Jim Hudson Cadillac (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 10 rated locations
90% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 90/100, 3.7 points above the national average of 86.3/100.
Add-on Frequency
34% of transactions include an add-on, 17% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run 0.8% above listing on average, better than the national average of 90.8%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Hudson Acura | Martinez, GA | A | 100 | 3 | Acura | $699 | 0% |
| Jim Hudson Toyota Sumter | Sumter, SC | A | 99 | 1 | Toyota | $549 | 0% |
| Jim Hudson Cadillac | Columbia, SC | A | 98 | 4 | Cadillac | $599 | 0% |
| Audi Columbia | Columbia, SC | A | 95 | 1 | Audi | $699 | 0% |
| Jim Hudson Toyota | Irmo, SC | A | 92 | 13 | Toyota | $599 | 31% |
| Jim Hudson Lexus Augusta | Augusta, GA | B | 89 | 15 | Lexus | $699 | 47% |
| Jim Hudson Chevrolet | Columbia, SC | B | 86 | 2 | Chev | $599 | 50% |
| Jim Hudson Buick GMC | Columbia, SC | B | 86 | 2 | Buick | $599 | 50% |
| Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia | Columbia, SC | B | 80 | 18 | Lexus | $699 | 67% |
| Jim Hudson Ford | Lexington, SC | C | 74 | 2 | Ford | $599 | 100% |
Group locations
12 locations across Georgia, South Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jim Hudson Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Jim Hudson Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (90/100) across 61 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 5 A, 4 B, 1 C. 90% 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 Jim Hudson Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Jim Hudson Automotive Group on 61 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Jim Hudson Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (90/100) across 61 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 5 A, 4 B, 1 C. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 34% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Jim Hudson Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $634 doc fee across 61 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $599 at Jim Hudson Cadillac in Columbia, SC to $699 at Jim Hudson Lexus Columbia in Columbia, SC, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Jim Hudson Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Jim Hudson Automotive Group stores show dealer add-ons on 34% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Jim Hudson Automotive Group dealership is the best?
Jim Hudson Cadillac in Columbia, SC is Jim Hudson Automotive Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (98/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.