Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 297 of 1787 Michigan car dealers from 932 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.
195 of 297 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 32 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 297 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1787 dealers →My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRandy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Page Toyota
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Page Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MIBloomfield Hills, MI
Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MIClio, MI
Northgate Ford
Port Huron, MIPort Huron, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Troy
Troy, MITroy, MI
Tamaroff Honda
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
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Hudsonville, MI
Hudson Motor Sales
Alpena, MI
Huff Auto Group
Jackson, MI
Hz Plainwell Ford
Plainwell, MI
I Car Company Inc.
Pontiac, MI
I Drive Auto Group
Eastpointe, MI
Icon Auto Group
Lake Odessa, MI
Iconic Motors
Clinton Township, MI
Ihle Auto Sales
Saugatuck, MI
Imlay City Ford
Imlay City, MI
Imperial Motors
Detroit, MI
Import American Motors
Warren, MI
In Detroit Mi
Detroit, MI
Independence Vans
Highland Charter Township, MI
Infinity Auto Group
Grand Rapids, MI
International Auto Sales And Service
Detroit, MI
J & A Auto
Linwood, MI
J & J Used Auto
Jackson, MI
J & J Used Cars Inc
Wayne, MI
J Brinks Motor Sales Llc
Kentwood, 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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 297 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 932 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?
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids, Randy Wise Hyundai, Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 195 of 297 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: 67% 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.