Joe Machens
Columbia, Missouri · 1 verified deal · 0 lease, 1 cash/finance
1911 W Worley St, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
Transparency Score: 50/100
Score based on verified buyer data. Pricing vs market (40pts), fee transparency (30pts), data depth (30pts).
Is Joe Machens a Good Dealer?
Joe Machens earns a Grade C (50/100) based on 1 verified buyer transactions. Pricing is average for the Columbia market with 2.4% off MSRP and a $587 documentation fee. Consider comparing with other Columbia dealers before committing.
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2.4%
below MSRP
$587
State cap: $585
1/1
deals with add-ons
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Documentation Fee
Based on 1 verified deal sheets
Dealer Add-ons & Accessories
| Item | Avg Amount | Seen In |
|---|---|---|
| Cilajet (fg) | $1,495 | 1/1 deals |
Pricing by Vehicle at Joe Machens
Mazda CX-5
1 deal · 2.4% off MSRP · avg $29,819
Mazda CX-5
1 deal · 2.4% off MSRP · avg $29,819
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Verified Deals
2.4%
Off MSRP
$29,819
Avg Price
Recent Deals at Joe Machens
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S I-activ Dr
MSRP $30,545
$29,819
2.4% off
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Individual results may vary.
Verified Transactions at Joe Machens
| Year | Vehicle | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mazda CX-5 | $29,819 | 2.4% |
Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. VINs partially masked for privacy.
How Joe Machens Compares With Other Mazda Dealers in Missouri
| Dealer | Grade | Avg Off MSRP | Doc Fee | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Machens(this dealer) | C(50) | 2.4% | $587 | 1 |
| Joe Machens Dealerships | B(60) | 12.8% | — | 1 |
| Columbia Honda | A(80) | 7.5% | $596 | 2 |
| Joe Machens Nissan | A(80) | 8.7% | $587 | 2 |
Based on verified buyer transactions. Scores reflect pricing, fee transparency, and data depth.
What to Know Before Visiting Joe Machens
Joe Machens in Columbia, Missouri earns a Grade C (50/100) transparency score based on 1 verified buyer transactions. Buyers see modest discounts of 2.4% off MSRP. You may want to compare with other nearby dealers. Prices range from $29,819 to $29,819.
Their doc fee is $587, which is above the Missouri cap of $585.
100% of verified deals included dealer add-ons. Watch for: Cilajet (fg). These are negotiable — ask to have them removed.
Brands sold: Mazda.
All data sourced from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. Not opinions — real transaction data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joe Machens a good dealership?
Based on 1 verified buyer transaction, Joe Machens in Columbia, MO sells vehicles at an average of 2.4% below MSRP. Their documentation fee is $587. 1 out of 1 deals included dealer add-ons. This data is based on real buyer-submitted deal sheets, not opinions.
Is Joe Machens overpriced?
Joe Machens sells vehicles at an average of 2.4% 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 Joe Machens charge?
Joe Machens charges a documentation fee of $587 (MO caps doc fees at $585). All fee data is sourced from verified buyer deal sheets.
What hidden fees does Joe Machens charge?
Based on 1 verified deals, Joe Machens commonly includes these add-ons: Cilajet (fg) (avg $1,495). These appeared in 1 out of 1 deals and are usually negotiable — ask to have them removed.
Does Joe Machens negotiate on price?
Based on verified buyer transactions, buyers at Joe Machens are getting an average of 2.4% 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 Joe Machens add dealer add-ons or pro packs?
Yes. In 1 out of 1 verified deals at Joe Machens, dealer add-ons were included. Common add-ons: Cilajet (fg) (avg $1,495). These are almost always negotiable — ask to have them removed or discounted.
What should I pay at Joe Machens for a Mazda CX-5?
Based on 1 verified deal, buyers at Joe Machens paid an average of $29,819 for a Mazda CX-5, which is 2.4% 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 Joe Machens sell?
Based on verified buyer data, Joe Machens has deals for: Mazda CX-5 (1 deals, avg 2.4% off).
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