Dealer Group
Step One Automotive Group
Step One Automotive Group runs 12 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (93/100) from 48 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $995
- Dealer add-ons
- On 29% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Fort Walton Beach (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 9 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 93/100, 6.2 points above the national average of 86.8/100.
Add-on Frequency
29% of transactions include an add-on, 12% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -4.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Crestview | Crestview, FL | A | 100 | 1 | Ford | $995 | 0% |
| Alfa Romeo of Pensacola | Pensacola, FL | A | 100 | 2 | Alfa Romeo | $995 | 0% |
| Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | A | 98 | 8 | Chrysler | $995 | 13% |
| Volkswagen Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | A | 96 | 5 | Volkswagen | $995 | 20% |
| Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Crestview | Crestview, FL | A | 91 | 3 | Chrysler | $995 | 33% |
| Step One Kia Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | A | 90 | 11 | Kia | $995 | 36% |
| Buick GMC Pensacola | Pensacola, FL | A | 90 | 5 | Buick | $995 | 40% |
| Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | B | 89 | 8 | Subaru | $995 | 63% |
| GMC Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | B | 86 | 5 | GMC | $995 | 60% |
| Cadillac Fort Walton Beach | Fort Walton Beach, FL | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
12 locations across Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Step One Automotive Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Step One Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 48 verified out-the-door quotes from 9 stores, graded 7 A, 2 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 Step One Automotive Group?
CarEdge reviews Step One Automotive Group on 48 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Step One Automotive Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 48 verified out-the-door quotes from 9 stores, graded 7 A, 2 B. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 29% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Step One Automotive Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $995 doc fee across 48 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Step One Automotive Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Step One Automotive Group stores show dealer add-ons on 29% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Step One Automotive Group dealership is the best?
Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Fort Walton Beach in Fort Walton Beach, FL is Step One Automotive Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (98/100) from 8 verified out-the-door quotes.