Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 555 of 1875 Michigan car dealers from 1,364 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $295.
367 of 555 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 555 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Michigan
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1875 dealers →Art Moehn Auto Group
CarEdge CertifiedJackson, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 51 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Mazda
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesLafontaine
Ann Arbor, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Hyundai Kia
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MIFarmington Hills, MI
Germain Honda Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Tamaroff Honda
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Cook Chevrolet
Vassar, MIVassar, MI
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MIWashington, MI
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
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General Motors Llc
Detroit, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Muskegon, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Fowlerville, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Holland, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Motor City Automotives Llc
Madison Heights, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Flint, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Taylor, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Alpena GMC
Alpena, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bishop Chevrolet Of Rogers City Inc
Rogers City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jim Causley Buick GMC Truck
Clinton Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Gravity Auto Sales
Eastpointe, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Burt Watson Ford, Llc
Pinconning, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Black Sea Motors
Madison Heights, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Newcombs North Auto Sales
Metamora, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Suburban Ford Of Troy
Troy, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Denooyer Chevrolet Marshall
Marshall, MINo Pricing Provided
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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 460 rated Michigan dealers is $295, based on 1,364 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. 367 of 555 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 $295. 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.