Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 319 of 1775 Michigan car dealers from 983 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $309.
211 of 319 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 38 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 319 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1775 dealers →Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
$29 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesNorthgate Ford
Port Huron, MI
$29 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Volkswagen
Meridian charter Township, MI
$29 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTamaroff Honda
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MIClio, MI
Randy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MIFlint, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Page Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MIBloomfield Hills, MI
Page Toyota
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Troy
Troy, MITroy, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Topline Auto
Burton, MI
Topp Gear Auto Sales And Services Llc
Redford Charter Township, MI
Touche Auto Sale
Detroit, MI
Town & Country Ford Of Quinnesec
Quinnesec, MI
Toyota Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
Toyota Of Muskegon
Muskegon, MI
Trevor Merren Auto - Greenville
Greenville, MI
Trevor Merren Auto- Ionia
Ionia, MI
Tri County Motor Sales
Howard City, MI
Truecars Llc
Lansing, MI
Tsn Motors Llc
Skandia, MI
Tubbs Brothers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Sandusky, MI
Tubbs Brothers Ford
Sandusky, MI
Tubbs Brothers Ford, CDJR
Sandusky, MI
Turbo Motors
Taylor, MI
Twin Motors Llc
Kalamazoo, MI
Twins Auto Sales
Redford Charter Township, MI
Tyler CDJR
Niles, MI
Tyler Chevrolet
Niles, MI
Tyler Honda
Stevensville, 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 275 rated Michigan dealers is $309, based on 983 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, Northgate Ford, Williams Volkswagen lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 211 of 319 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 $309. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 70% 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.