Dealer Group
Stivers Automotive
Stivers Automotive runs 12 locations in 6 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (92/100) from 122 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $647
- Dealer add-ons
- On 10% of quotes
- CarEdge Certified
- 1 store
- Top-graded store
- Stivers Ford of Birmingham (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 10 rated locations
90% of locations earned a B or better.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 92/100, 5.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
10% of transactions include an add-on, 7% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.5% above listing on average, better than the national average of 245.9%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 1 — Stivers Ford South Fayetteville
CarEdge Certified dealers in Stivers Automotive
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stivers Ford of Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | A | 100 | 16 | Ford | $699 | 0% |
| Stivers Ford of Montgomery | Montgomery, AL | A | 100 | 7 | Ford | $699 | 0% |
| Stivers of Troy | Troy, AL | A | 100 | 3 | — | $699 | 0% |
| Stivers Ford of Waukee | Waukee, IA | A | 100 | 4 | Ford | $180 | 0% |
| Stivers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | Prattville, AL | A | 97 | 7 | Chrysler | $699 | 0% |
| Stivers Kia of Owings Mills | Owings Mills, MD | A | 96 | 11 | Kia | $800 | 0% |
| Stivers Hyundai | Columbia, SC | A | 95 | 15 | Hyundai | $602 | 7% |
| Stivers Ford South | Union City, GA | B | 87 | 34 | Ford | $849 | 18% |
| Oro Ford | Oracle, AZ | B | 84 | 16 | Ford | $599 | 69% |
| Stivers Ford South Fayetteville | Fayetteville, GA | F | 58 | 9 | Ford | — | 11% |
Group locations
12 locations across Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Iowa, Maryland, South Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stivers Automotive a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Stivers Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (92/100) across 122 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 7 A, 2 B, 1 F. 90% 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 Stivers Automotive?
CarEdge reviews Stivers Automotive on 122 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Stivers Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (92/100) across 122 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 7 A, 2 B, 1 F. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 10% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Stivers Automotive dealerships?
Its stores average a $647 doc fee across 122 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $180 at Stivers Ford of Waukee in Waukee, IA to $849 at Stivers Ford South in Union City, GA, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Stivers Automotive dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Stivers Automotive stores show dealer add-ons on 10% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Stivers Automotive dealership is the best?
Stivers Ford of Birmingham in Birmingham, AL is Stivers Automotive's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 16 verified out-the-door quotes.
Which Stivers Automotive dealerships are CarEdge Certified?
Stivers Ford of Birmingham is CarEdge Certified. CarEdge Certified dealers hold an A grade on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index and guarantee four things on every deal: an all-in out-the-door price up front, no surprise add-ons, fast, real answers, and an honest, no-pressure experience. CarEdge verifies the guarantee with ongoing AI mystery shops, and a dealer that slips below an A grade loses the badge. Certification is earned from data, never bought.