Preferred Ford
Grand Haven, Michigan · 1 verified deal · 0 lease, 1 cash/finance
1401 S Beacon Blvd, Grand Haven, MI 49417, USA
Transparency Score: 60/100
Score based on verified buyer data. Pricing vs market (40pts), fee transparency (30pts), data depth (30pts).
Is Preferred Ford a Good Dealer?
Preferred Ford earns a Grade B (60/100) based on 1 verified buyer transactions. This dealer offers transparent pricing with an average discount of 1.2% off MSRP and a $280 documentation fee. Overall, this is a good dealership for buyers looking for fair, competitive pricing in Grand Haven.
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1.2%
below MSRP
$280
State cap: $280
0/1
deals with add-ons
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Pricing by Vehicle at Preferred Ford
Ford Escape
1 deal · 1.2% off MSRP · avg $36,393
Ford Escape
1 deal · 1.2% off MSRP · avg $36,393
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Verified Deals
1.2%
Off MSRP
$36,393
Avg Price
Recent Deals at Preferred Ford
2026 Ford Escape
MSRP $36,820
$36,393
1.2% off
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Individual results may vary.
Verified Transactions at Preferred Ford
| Year | Vehicle | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ford Escape | $36,393 | 1.2% |
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. VINs partially masked for privacy.
How Preferred Ford Compares With Other Ford Dealers in Michigan
| Dealer | Grade | Avg Off MSRP | Doc Fee | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred Ford(this dealer) | B(60) | 1.2% | $280 | 1 |
| Brighton Ford | B(62) | 8.9% | $699 | 1 |
| Ford of Muskegon | C(55) | 0.0% | $280 | 1 |
Based on verified buyer transactions. Scores reflect pricing, fee transparency, and data depth.
What to Know Before Visiting Preferred Ford
Preferred Ford in Grand Haven, Michigan earns a Grade B (60/100) transparency score based on 1 verified buyer transactions. Buyers see modest discounts of 1.2% off MSRP. You may want to compare with other nearby dealers. Prices range from $36,393 to $36,393.
Their doc fee is $280, which is within the Michigan cap of $280.
No dealer add-ons were found in verified deals, which is a good sign for straightforward pricing.
Brands sold: Ford.
All data sourced from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Not opinions — real transaction data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Preferred Ford a good dealership?
Based on 1 verified buyer transaction, Preferred Ford in Grand Haven, MI sells vehicles at an average of 1.2% below MSRP. Their documentation fee is $280. No dealer add-ons were found in verified deals. This data is based on real buyer-submitted deal sheets, not opinions.
Is Preferred Ford overpriced?
Preferred Ford sells vehicles at an average of 1.2% below MSRP. This is a modest discount. You may find better pricing at other dealers — check the CarWhere Index to compare. All data from 1 verified buyer deal sheets.
What fees does Preferred Ford charge?
Preferred Ford charges a documentation fee of $280 (MI caps doc fees at $280). All fee data is sourced from verified buyer deal sheets.
What hidden fees does Preferred Ford charge?
Based on 1 verified deals, no hidden fees or dealer add-ons were found at Preferred Ford. Their doc fee is $280.
Does Preferred Ford negotiate on price?
Based on verified buyer transactions, buyers at Preferred Ford are getting an average of 1.2% 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.
What should I pay at Preferred Ford for a Ford Escape?
Based on 1 verified deal, buyers at Preferred Ford paid an average of $36,393 for a Ford Escape, which is 1.2% 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 Preferred Ford sell?
Based on verified buyer data, Preferred Ford has deals for: Ford Escape (1 deals, avg 1.2% off).
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