Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 560 of 1866 Michigan car dealers from 1,388 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.
370 of 560 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 111 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 30, 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 560 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 1866 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 · 15 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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Bierlein Moore Chevrolet
Sebewaing, MI
Big #1 Inc
Brownstown Charter Township, MI
Big Jays Auto Sales
Shelby Township, MI
Big Mike Auto Sales Llc
Lincoln Park, MI
Big Valley Chrysler
Ewen, MI
Big Valley Ford - Dodge - Chrysler - Jeep
Ewen, MI
Big Valley Ford, Inc.
Ewen, MI
Bill Smith Used Cars
Muskegon, MI
Bill Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Highland Park, MI
Billy's Auto Sales
Redford Township, MI
Bishop GMC Of Cheboygan, Inc
Cheboygan, MI
Bishop GMC Of Clare, Inc.
Clare, MI
Bk Motor Sales
Caledonia, MI
Bkincominginventory.com
Caledonia, MI
Black Sea Motors Llc
Madison Heights, MI
Blake Hollenbeck Auto Sales
Greenville, MI
Blough Auto Sales
Freeport, MI
Blue Collar Auto Sales & Finance
Imlay City, MI
BMW Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
BMW Of Bloomfield Hills
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Dealers by City in Michigan
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 461 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 1,388 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. 370 of 560 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: 78% 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.