Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 298 of 1786 Michigan car dealers from 935 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $291.
196 of 298 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
38th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 298 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1786 dealers →Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesBorgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGenesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI
$89 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHenkel Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Springfield, MISpringfield, MI
Baker Auto Group
Hudsonville, MIHudsonville, MI
Kia Of Canton
Canton, MICanton, MI
Kia Of Jackson
Jackson, MIJackson, MI
Germain Honda Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MIPortage, MI
Lunghamer Chevrolet GMC
Troy, MITroy, MI
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Shelby Township, MI
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Hessel, MI
Jack Demmer Ford
Wayne, MI
Jack Frost Auto Museum
Washington, MI
Jack's Auto Sales
Traverse City, MI
Jack's Automotive Sales
Lincoln Park, MI
Jackman Motor Group
Shelby Township, MI
Jackson Auto Co
Jackson, MI
Jaguar Lakeside
Macomb, MI
Jaguar Novi
Novi, MI
James Martin Chevrolet
Detroit, MI
Jayzone Auto Sales Llc
Belleville, MI
Jeff Benson Car Company
Wayne, MI
Jefferson Chevrolet
Detroit, MI
Jeffrey Acura
Roseville, MI
Jeffrey Kia
Roseville, MI
Jeffrey Nissan
Roseville, MI
Jeffreys Auto Resale, Inc
Clinton Township, MI
Jenison Auto Sales
Georgetown Township, MI
Jenna Auto Sales
Roseville, MI
Dealers by City in Michigan
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 298 rated Michigan dealers is $291, based on 935 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, Borgman Ford / Mazda, Genesis Of Kalamazoo lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 196 of 298 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 $291. 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.