Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 429 of 1810 Michigan car dealers from 1,289 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $296.
288 of 429 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 62 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 4, 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 429 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1810 dealers →Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRandy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesJim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC
Sturgis, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesJmb Auto Sports Llc
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Kia Of Canton
Canton, MICanton, MI
Kia Of Jackson
Jackson, MIJackson, MI
Knapp Motors
Blissfield, MIBlissfield, MI
Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MIClio, MI
Lafontaine Kia Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
Lafontaine
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
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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 361 rated Michigan dealers is $296, based on 1,289 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?
Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids, Randy Wise Hyundai, Jim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 288 of 429 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 $296. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 73% 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.