Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 306 of 1793 Michigan car dealers from 955 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $305.
202 of 306 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 35 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 12, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 306 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1793 dealers →Randy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSimms Chevrolet
Clio, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTamaroff Honda
Southfield, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Page Toyota
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Page Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MIBloomfield Hills, MI
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MIGrand Haven, MI
Northgate Ford
Port Huron, MIPort Huron, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MIFarmington Hills, MI
Look up any dealer’s transparency grade
Search 13,000+ dealers by name, brand, city, or zip.
More Dealers in Michigan
Mercedes-Benz Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
Mercedes-Benz Van Center - Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
Metro Auto Broker
Inkster, MI
Metro City Auto Group
Inkster, MI
Metro City Auto Group Llc
Lincoln Park, MI
Metro City Auto Sales
Southfield, MI
Metro Motors Sales & Leasing
Grand Rapids, MI
Metro Wholesale Outlet
Clinton Township, MI
Meyers Chevrolet
New Era, MI
Michael Bates Chevrolet
Woodhaven, MI
Michael's Auto Sales
Mount Clemens, MI
Michael's Car Center - Fort Gratiot
Kimball, MI
Michigan Auto Financial
Dearborn, MI
Michigan Auto Sales
Kalamazoo, MI
Michigan Car Mart
Detroit, MI
Michigan Direct Auto Sales & Service
Livonia, MI
Michigan Motor Mall
Flint, MI
Michigan Premier Automotive Group
Shelby Township, MI
Midland Credit Repair
Midland, MI
Midland Ford
Midland, 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 267 rated Michigan dealers is $305, based on 955 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?
Randy Wise Hyundai, Simms Chevrolet, Tamaroff Honda lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 202 of 306 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 $305. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 68% 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.