Transparency Score: 54/100
Score based on verified buyer data. Pricing vs market (40pts), fee transparency (30pts), data depth (30pts).
Is Kar a Good Dealer?
Kar earns a Grade C (54/100) based on 1 verified buyer transactions. Pricing is average for the Decorah market with 3.6% off MSRP and a $180 documentation fee. Consider comparing with other Decorah dealers before committing.
Limited data — based on only 1 verified deal; treat this as directional, not a firm rating. CarWhere rates observed pricing and fee transparency from verified deal sheets — not service quality, legal compliance, or overall reputation.
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3.6%
below MSRP
$180
State cap: $180
1/1
deals with add-ons
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Doc Fee Comparison
Documentation Fee
Based on 1 verified deal sheets
Dealer Add-ons & Accessories
| Item | Avg Amount | Seen In |
|---|---|---|
| Cilajet Protection | $899 | 1/1 deals |
Pricing by Vehicle at Kar
Jeep Compass
1 deal · 3.6% off MSRP · avg $32,576
Jeep Compass
1 deal · 3.6% off MSRP · avg $32,576
1
Verified Deals
3.6%
Off MSRP
$32,576
Avg Price
Recent Deals at Kar
2026 Jeep Compass Latitude Altitude
MSRP $33,805
$32,576
3.6% off
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Individual results may vary.
Verified Transactions at Kar
| Year | Vehicle | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jeep Compass | $32,576 | 3.6% |
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. VINs partially masked for privacy.
How Kar Compares With Other Jeep Dealers in Iowa
| Dealer | Grade | Avg Off MSRP | Doc Fee | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kar(this dealer) | C(54) | 3.6% | $180 | 1 |
| Ed Morse CDJR - Muscatine | B(65) | 11.1% | $440 | 2 |
| Decorah Auto Center | B(75) | 6.8% | $180 | 1 |
Based on verified buyer transactions. Scores reflect pricing, fee transparency, and data depth.
What to Know Before Visiting Kar
Kar in Decorah, Iowa earns a Grade C (54/100) transparency score based on 1 verified buyer transactions. Buyers typically save 3.6% off MSRP, which is a competitive discount. Prices range from $32,576 to $32,576.
Their doc fee is $180, which is within the Iowa cap of $180.
100% of verified deals included dealer add-ons. Watch for: Cilajet Protection. These are negotiable — ask to have them removed.
Brands sold: Jeep.
All data sourced from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Not opinions — real transaction data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kar a good dealership?
Based on 1 verified buyer transaction, Kar in Decorah, IA sells vehicles at an average of 3.6% below MSRP. Their documentation fee is $180. 1 out of 1 deals included dealer add-ons. This data is based on real buyer-submitted deal sheets, not opinions.
Is Kar overpriced?
Kar sells vehicles at an average of 3.6% below MSRP. This is a competitive discount based on verified transaction data. All data from 1 verified buyer deal sheets.
What fees does Kar charge?
Kar charges a documentation fee of $180 (IA caps doc fees at $180). All fee data is sourced from verified buyer deal sheets.
What hidden fees does Kar charge?
Based on 1 verified deals, Kar commonly includes these add-ons: Cilajet Protection (avg $899). These appeared in 1 out of 1 deals and are usually negotiable — ask to have them removed.
Does Kar negotiate on price?
Based on verified buyer transactions, buyers at Kar are getting an average of 3.6% off MSRP. This suggests the dealer is open to negotiation. For the 75th-percentile target discount for your specific vehicle — the level 25% of verified buyers got or beat — sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.
Does Kar add dealer add-ons or pro packs?
Yes. In 1 out of 1 verified deals at Kar, dealer add-ons were included. Common add-ons: Cilajet Protection (avg $899). These are almost always negotiable — ask to have them removed or discounted.
What should I pay at Kar for a Jeep Compass?
Based on 1 verified deal, buyers at Kar paid an average of $32,576 for a Jeep Compass, which is 3.6% below MSRP. For the exact 75th-percentile target price by trim — better than 75% of verified buyers — sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.
What vehicles does Kar sell?
Based on verified buyer data, Kar has deals for: Jeep Compass (1 deals, avg 3.6% off).
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