Dealer Group
Safford Automotive Group
Safford Automotive Group runs 27 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (93/100) from 136 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $968
- Dealer add-ons
- On 4% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- BMW of Owings Mills (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 21 rated locations
95% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 93/100, 6.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
4% of transactions include an add-on, 13% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run 0.1% above listing on average, better than the national average of 247.1%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 1 — Safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Warrenton
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW of Owings Mills | Owings Mills, MD | A | 100 | 5 | BMW | $799 | 0% |
| Safford Honda Glen Burnie | Glen Burnie, MD | A | 100 | 3 | Ford | $799 | 0% |
| Genesis of Springfield | Springfield, VA | A | 96 | 2 | Genesis | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Kia Manassas | Manassas, VA | A | 96 | 4 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Kia of Fredericksburg | Fredericksburg, VA | A | 96 | 6 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Hyundai Manassas | Manassas, VA | A | 96 | 13 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Mazda | Fredericksburg, VA | A | 96 | 13 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Hyundai Leesburg | Leesburg, VA | A | 96 | 11 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford CDJR Sterling | Sterling, VA | A | 96 | 8 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
| Safford Mazda Sterling | Sterling, VA | A | 96 | 1 | Ford | $998 | 0% |
Group locations
27 locations across Maryland, Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Safford Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Safford Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 136 verified out-the-door quotes from 21 stores, graded 19 A, 1 B, 1 D. 95% 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 Safford Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Safford Automotive Group on 136 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Safford Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 136 verified out-the-door quotes from 21 stores, graded 19 A, 1 B, 1 D. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 4% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Safford Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $968 doc fee across 136 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $799 at BMW of Owings Mills in Owings Mills, MD to $998 at Safford Volkswagen of Fredericksburg in Fredericksburg, VA, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Safford Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Safford Automotive Group stores show dealer add-ons on 4% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Safford Automotive Group dealership is the best?
BMW of Owings Mills in Owings Mills, MD is Safford Automotive Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 5 verified out-the-door quotes.