Best Car Dealers in Michigan

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 554 of 1875 Michigan car dealers from 1,362 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.

366 of 554 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 109 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 28, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Great Lakes State

Michigan's dealer grade: B

85/100 average transparency score

42nd highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 554 dealers with verified quotes.

$294
Avg Doc Fee
77%
No Add-ons
85/100
Avg Score
1,362
Verified Quotes

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More Dealers in Michigan

Hines Park Lincoln

Plymouth, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$100add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Keweenaw GMC

Houghton, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$10add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Lafontaine Automotive Group

Highland Charter Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$499add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Lafontaine Infiniti Troy

Troy, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$499add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Pat Milliken Ford

Redford Charter Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$59add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Porsche Motor City

Shelby Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$260doc fee$139add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Randy Wise Chevrolet

Flint, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$149add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Rochester Hills Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Rochester Hills, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$141add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Serra Sterling Heights

Sterling Heights, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$159add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Suburban Ford

Ferndale, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$338add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Michael's Auto Group

Benton Harbor, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$200doc fee$1,850add-ons
B
80/100
Above average
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Cadillac Of Novi

Farmington Hills, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc fee$698add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Feldman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Woodhaven

Woodhaven, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc fee$669add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Hodges Imported Cars, Inc.

Ferndale, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc fee$962add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Auto Savvy

Ypsilanti, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$251doc fee$1,500add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Feldman Chevrolet Of Highland

Highland Charter Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$894add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Fox Ford Grand Rapids

Kentwood, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$799add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Fox Subaru Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$260doc fee$799add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Land Rover Lakeside

Macomb, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$280doc fee$999add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Royal GMC

Coldwater, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$300doc fee$998add-ons
C
79/100
Average
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Michigan doc fee law

Michigan law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $280. A doc fee above that level on a Michigan quote is worth challenging before you sign.

Michigan Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?

As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 459 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 1,362 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $280.

Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?

Art Moehn Auto Group, Fox Mazda, Lafontaine lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 366 of 554 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: 77% 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.