Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 317 of 1791 Michigan car dealers from 975 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $306.
210 of 317 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 37 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 15, 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 317 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1791 dealers →Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSimms Chevrolet
Clio, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Volkswagen
Meridian charter Township, MIMeridian charter Township, MI
Williams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Page Toyota
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MIFarmington Hills, MI
Randy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Troy
Troy, MITroy, MI
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
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Tesla Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
Tesla West Bloomfield Township
West Bloomfield Township, MI
The Bengal Auto Sales Llc
Hamtramck, MI
The Car Plug
Jackson, MI
The Car Store - Fruitport
Fruitport Charter Township, MI
The Fox Automotive Group
Rochester Hills, MI
The Manni Collection
Mount Clemens, MI
The Motor Mall
Washington, MI
The My Auto Group
Grand Rapids, MI
Thelen Auto Group
Bay City, MI
Thelen Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Bay City, MI
Thelen Honda
Bay City, MI
Thelen Mazda
Bay City, MI
Thelen Subaru
Bay City, MI
Thelen Volkswagen
Bay City, MI
Thompson Chevrolet Inc.
Ubly, MI
Thompson Motor Group Llc
Hudsonville, 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 276 rated Michigan dealers is $306, based on 975 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?
Borgman Ford / Mazda, Simms Chevrolet, Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 210 of 317 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 $306. 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.