Dealer Group
Sands Auto Group
Sands Auto Group runs 3 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of B (88/100) from 13 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $484
- Dealer add-ons
- On 63% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Sands Ford of Pottsville (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 3 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 88/100, 1.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
63% of transactions include an add-on, 46% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -2.5% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.1%.
Top performers in this group
All rated locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sands Ford of Pottsville | Pottsville, PA | A | 93 | 5 | Ford | $477 | 40% |
| Sands Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | Quakertown, PA | A | 90 | 2 | Chrysler | $490 | 50% |
| Sands Ford of Red Hill | Red Hill, PA | B | 82 | 6 | Ford | $484 | 100% |
Group locations
3 locations across Pennsylvania
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sands Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Sands Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (88/100) across 13 verified out-the-door quotes from 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. 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 Sands Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Sands Auto Group on 13 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Sands Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (88/100) across 13 verified out-the-door quotes from 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 63% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Sands Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $484 doc fee across 13 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $477 at Sands Ford of Pottsville in Pottsville, PA to $484 at Sands Ford of Red Hill in Red Hill, PA, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Sands Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Sands Auto Group stores show dealer add-ons on 63% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Sands Auto Group dealership is the best?
Sands Ford of Pottsville in Pottsville, PA is Sands Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (93/100) from 5 verified out-the-door quotes.