Dealer Group
Shaker Automotive Group
Shaker Automotive Group runs 7 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of B (83/100) from 18 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $658
- Dealer add-ons
- On 38% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Modern Mazda (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 6 rated locations
67% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 83/100, 3.7 points below the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
38% of transactions include an add-on, 21% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run 1.6% above listing on average, better than the national average of 245.9%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 2 — Shaker's Family Ford, Shaker's Family Hyundai
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore Mazda | Danvers, MA | A | 100 | 1 | Mazda | $495 | 0% |
| Wellesley Mazda | Wellesley, MA | A | 99 | 1 | Mazda | $599 | 0% |
| Modern Mazda | Thomaston, CT | A | 93 | 10 | Mazda | $799 | 30% |
| Shaker's Family Lincoln | Watertown, CT | B | 82 | 2 | Ford | $599 | 100% |
| Shaker's Family Ford | Watertown, CT | D | 66 | 3 | Ford | $799 | 100% |
| Shaker's Family Hyundai | Watertown, CT | D | 60 | 1 | Hyundai | — | 0% |
| Shaker Auto Group | Watertown, CT | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
7 locations across Connecticut, Massachusetts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shaker Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Shaker Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (83/100) across 18 verified out-the-door quotes from 6 stores, graded 3 A, 1 B, 2 D. 67% 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 Shaker Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Shaker Automotive Group on 18 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Shaker Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (83/100) across 18 verified out-the-door quotes from 6 stores, graded 3 A, 1 B, 2 D. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 38% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Shaker Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $658 doc fee across 18 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Shaker Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Shaker Automotive Group stores show dealer add-ons on 38% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Shaker Automotive Group dealership is the best?
Modern Mazda in Thomaston, CT is Shaker Automotive Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (93/100) from 10 verified out-the-door quotes.