Government charge or dealer charge?

Car Dealer Fee Checker

Enter the exact wording from a dealer worksheet to separate likely government charges, dealer-controlled fees, optional products and unclear items.

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Manual quote review

Enter each line exactly as shown.

Use positive numbers for charges. Use negative numbers for discounts, rebates, trade allowance or down payment.

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Documentation and processing fees

These labels commonly describe dealer-controlled charges. Even when a state regulates their disclosure or amount, they should not be combined with taxes, title and registration.

Optional products

GAP, service contracts, protection packages, etching, wheel-and-tire plans and similar products should be separately identified. Confirm whether each was requested and whether it can be removed.

Unclear labels

A vague line is not proof of wrongdoing. Ask the dealer to explain what the charge covers, who receives it and whether it is required to complete the purchase.