Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 308 of 1793 Michigan car dealers from 955 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $305.
202 of 308 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 37 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 308 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1793 dealers →Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRandy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPage Toyota
Southfield, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesPage Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MIBloomfield Hills, MI
Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MIClio, MI
Tamaroff Honda
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Northgate Ford
Port Huron, MIPort Huron, MI
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
Baker Auto Group
Hudsonville, MIHudsonville, MI
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Midland, MI
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Plainwell, MI
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Allendale Charter Township, MI
Mighty Motors
Adrian, MI
Mike Lynch Inc.
Rogers City, MI
Mike Savoie Chevrolet
Troy, MI
Mike Savoie Volkswagen Of Troy
Troy, MI
Mike Young Buick GMC
Frankenmuth, MI
Mikes Used Cars
Flint, MI
Mikhos 1 Auto Sales
Lansing, MI
Milano Auto Sales
Macomb, MI
Miller Auto Sales
St. Louis, MI
Milnes Chevrolet
Imlay City, MI
Milnes Ford Inc.
Lapeer, MI
MINI Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
Misar Motors
Ada, MI
Mission Ford Of Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
Mitten Auto Sales
Holland, MI
Mj Motorsports
Grand Rapids, MI
Mld Motorwerks Pre-owned Auto Sales
Eastpointe, 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 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?
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven, Randy Wise Hyundai, Page Toyota lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 202 of 308 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: 69% 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.