Dealer Group
SB Auto Group
SB Auto Group runs 8 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (100/100) from 26 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $85
- Dealer add-ons
- None in verified quotes
- Top-graded store
- Rancho Santa Margarita Honda (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 5 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 100/100, 13.2 points above the national average of 86.8/100.
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 -3.2% above listing on average, better than the national average of 245.3%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | A | 100 | 1 | Land Rover | $85 | 0% |
| Porsche Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | A | 100 | 1 | Porsche | $85 | 0% |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Honda | Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | A | 100 | 14 | Honda | $85 | 0% |
| BMW Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | A | 100 | 6 | BMW | $85 | 0% |
| Audi Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | A | 98 | 4 | Audi | $85 | 0% |
| Bentley Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jaguar Santa Barbara Certified Pre-Owned & Service | Santa Barbara, CA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Barbara Auto Group | Santa Barbara, CA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
8 locations across California
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SB Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. SB Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (100/100) across 26 verified out-the-door quotes from 5 stores, graded 5 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 SB Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews SB Auto Group on 26 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. SB Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (100/100) across 26 verified out-the-door quotes from 5 stores, graded 5 A. Across those quotes its stores show no dealer add-ons in verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at SB Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $85 doc fee across 26 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do SB Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from SB Auto 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.
Which SB Auto Group dealership is the best?
Rancho Santa Margarita Honda in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is SB Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 14 verified out-the-door quotes.