Best Car Dealers in Delaware
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 75 of 171 Delaware car dealers from 252 verified out-the-door quotes. Delaware's average doc fee is $698.
55 of 75 rated Delaware dealers earn an A · 11 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
10th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 75 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 171 dealers →Winner Ford
Dover, DE
$149 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesSheridan Nissan
New Castle, DE
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesDelaware Subaru
Wilmington, DE
$48 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesUnion Park Honda
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Holly Kia
Felton, DEFelton, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Winner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
Union Park Buick GMC
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
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Willis Ford
Smyrna, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
I.G. Burton Lewes Automall Chevrolet
Lewes, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Golden Motors LLC
Wilmington, DENo Pricing Provided
Car Place
Dover, DENo Pricing Provided
Martin Kia
Newark, DENo Pricing Provided
28th St Auto Sales & Service
Wilmington, DE
Abc Auto Sales and Services LLC
New Castle, DE
Auction Buy LLC
Wilmington, DE
Auto Gallery
Lewes, DE
Autoclassic of Delaware LLC
New Castle, DE
Bayshore Ford Truck Sales
New Castle, DE
Below Book Auto Sales & Service Center
Lewes, DE
Best Deal Auto Sales, LLC
Bear, DE
Better Priced Used Cars
Frankford, DE
Big Toy Auto Sales
Wilmington, DE
Blackshire Motors
New Castle, DE
Boulevard Ford Lewes
Lewes, DE
Boulevard Ford of Millsboro
Millsboro, DE
Car Trek
Dagsboro, DE
Car Zone
Dover, DE
Delaware Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 65 rated Delaware dealers is $698, based on 252 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Delaware sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Delaware?
Winner Ford, Sheridan Nissan, Delaware Subaru lead the Delaware transparency rankings. 55 of 75 rated Delaware dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Delaware dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Delaware quotes are verified.
How Delaware compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Delaware
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Delaware is $698. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 88% of dealers in Delaware charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.