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Dealer fee / doc fee

A dealer fee (or doc fee) is a charge the dealership adds for preparing and processing paperwork. Doc fees vary widely by state and dealer. Some states cap doc fees; others do not. Ask for every fee to be itemized. Details may vary by state and dealer.

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