At a 6.5% sales-tax assumption plus $700 in fees, a $100,000 sticker price becomes about $107,200 before down payment, trade credit or financing.
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These defaults use a 6.5% sales-tax assumption, $700 in fees, $186/month insurance, 1,000 miles/month, 25 MPG and a $900/year maintenance reserve. How we calculate this →
Loan payments use standard fixed-rate amortization. Example taxes, fees and ownership costs are planning assumptions, not lender or dealer quotes. Review the methodology →
Tax sensitivity on a $100,000 car
Unless noted otherwise: 6.5% tax, $700 fees, 7.5% APR, $186/month insurance, 1,000 miles/month, 25 MPG, $3.35/gallon fuel and $900/year maintenance.
| Tax assumption | Fee assumption | Estimated OTD |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0% | $700 | $100,700 |
| 6.5% | $700 | $107,200 |
| 9.0% | $700 | $109,700 |
Out-the-door price depends on the transaction
Local tax rules, registration/title charges, dealer fees, add-ons, rebates and trade treatment can change the buyer's order. Ask for the itemized total before negotiating only by monthly payment.
Assumptions are visible on purpose.
These are not lender quotes or state-specific tax tables. Use your actual numbers and independently verify the written deal before buying.
Use the full BeyondSticker calculator and Buyer Report to combine selling price, taxes, fees, trade equity, APR, term and ownership costs.
FAQ
Are the numbers on “$100,000 Car Out-the-Door Price” a quote or recommendation?
No. They are transparent planning examples. Replace the assumptions with your actual written deal, APR, taxes, fees, insurance and driving costs.
Why does BeyondSticker show more than the loan payment?
A loan payment is only one part of vehicle cost. The interactive estimate can also account for insurance, fuel and maintenance.
Where should I go if my numbers are different?
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