2016 Ford Focus SE Sedan

Vehicle registration, taxes and documentation fees are not included in the advertised price of vehicle. Vehicle availability is subject to change without notice. Photos and Vehicle Options may not accurately represent options, features or condition of actual vehicle, please confirm vehicle listing with dealer.

Documentation Fees 

All dealerships have an Documentation fee. At East Wake Auto Sales, LLC our fee is $349 and is applied to ALL vehicles sold. For your peace of mind we have placed this information to disclose to you all the reasons we are required to charge this fee.

Why a Documentation fee?

The Documentation Fee, also known as a administration or service fee, addresses costs incurred by dealerships that are separate from those paid to acquire the vehicle. The Documentation Fee recognizes some of the costs related to compliance with federal and state laws which provide for safety, consumer protection, anti-theft measures, vehicle history checks, notifications, certifications, and official filings.

Much work and expense occur even before a document is ready to be used and there are many documents. Before vehicles can be sold dealers must invest in personnel training to carry out legal mandates. Not all transactions involve the same services, but all carry many legal requirements and documents to support those requirements. Car and Truck dealerships must comply with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations specific to motor vehicles, which are implemented and enforced by state and federal agencies.  

Administration Responsibilities

Check vehicle safety, history and titles

Provide information/window labels

Discover and disclose accurate vehicle mileage

Check for recalls on used vehicles where required

Complete required forms and contracts that protect your interests

Process titles and plates

File and clear liens (if applicable)

Keep your information private and secure

Fulfill vehicle safety and/or emissions laws

Keep you informed of your rights and obligations

Keep important records of your purchase

Purchase required forms and supplies

Maintain technology to process your paperwork faster

Train staff to carry out laws that protect you

Maintain professional licenses that ensure quality service

Maintain required Dealer Bond

*The lists of administrative responsibilities contained on this page are not meant to be comprehensive or exhaustive but are, instead, used for explanatory and illustrative purposes only. Actual expenses incurred and recovered through and Documentation or Administration fee, as well as the size of the fee, may vary by dealer, location, and transaction.