Dealer Group
Stead Automotive Group
Stead Automotive Group runs 5 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (98/100) from 74 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $85
- Dealer add-ons
- On 6% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Walnut Creek Ford (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 98/100, 11.2 points above the national average of 86.8/100.
Add-on Frequency
6% of transactions include an add-on, 12% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -8.2% above listing on average, better than the national average of 245.6%.
Top performers in this group
All rated locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Ford | Walnut Creek, CA | A | 100 | 15 | Ford | $85 | 0% |
| Hilltop Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | Richmond, CA | A | 100 | 3 | Chrysler | $85 | 0% |
| Hilltop Kia | Richmond, CA | A | 99 | 35 | Kia | $85 | 3% |
| Walnut Creek Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | Walnut Creek, CA | A | 98 | 9 | Chrysler | $85 | 0% |
| Hilltop Ford | Richmond, CA | A | 93 | 12 | Ford | $85 | 25% |
Group locations
5 locations across California
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stead Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Stead Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (98/100) across 74 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 Stead Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Stead Automotive Group on 74 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Stead Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (98/100) across 74 verified out-the-door quotes from 5 stores, graded 5 A. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 6% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Stead Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $85 doc fee across 74 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Stead Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Stead Automotive Group stores show dealer add-ons on 6% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Stead Automotive Group dealership is the best?
Walnut Creek Ford in Walnut Creek, CA is Stead Automotive Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 15 verified out-the-door quotes.