Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 445 of 1819 Michigan car dealers from 1,325 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.
296 of 445 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 63 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 10, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 445 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1819 dealers →Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesCole Chry-Jeep-Dodge Llc
Marshall, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesArt Moehn Chevrolet
Chelsea, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 56 verified quotes
See the quotesArt Moehn Honda
Jackson, MIJackson, MI
Baker Auto Group
Coopersville, MICoopersville, MI
Baker Dodge Jeep Ram Of Cadillac Michigan
Cadillac, MICadillac, MI
Betten
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Lafontaine
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MIGrand Haven, MI
Lasco Ford
Fenton, MIFenton, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lafontaine Honda Dearborn
Dearborn, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lafontaine Kia Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti, MI · 4 verified quotes
Team One Chevrolet Buick GMC
Charlotte, MI · 4 verified quotes
Todd Wenzel Chevrolet
Hudsonville, MI · 3 verified quotes
Williams Volkswagen
Meridian charter Township, MI · 3 verified quotes
Boucher Group
Flint, MI · 6 verified quotes
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MI · 9 verified quotes
Tamaroff Honda
Southfield, MI · 20 verified quotes
Williams Autoworld
Lansing, MI · 12 verified quotes
Troy Honda
Troy, MI · 3 verified quotes
Denooyer Chevrolet
Kalamazoo, MI · 5 verified quotes
Dodgejeep Snethkamp
Midland, MI · 3 verified quotes
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MI · 3 verified quotes
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MI · 4 verified quotes
Feldman CDJR Of Clarkston
City of the Village of Clarkston, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lunghamer Chevrolet GMC
Troy, MI · 3 verified quotes
Randy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI · 3 verified quotes
Fischer Honda
Ypsilanti, MI · 12 verified quotes
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MI · 15 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Michigan
Michigan doc fee law
Michigan caps doc fees at 5% of the vehicle price up to a dollar limit the state adjusts periodically (roughly $260). Michigan quotes above that level deserve a second look.
Michigan Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 371 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 1,325 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $260.
Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?
Cole Buick GMC, Cole Chry-Jeep-Dodge Llc, Art Moehn Chevrolet lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 296 of 445 rated Michigan dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Michigan 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 Michigan quotes are verified.
How Michigan 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 Michigan
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Michigan is $294. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 74% of dealers in Michigan 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.