Best Car Dealers in North Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 481 of 2343 North Carolina car dealers from 2,419 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $773.
262 of 481 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 66 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 12, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Tar Heel State
North Carolina's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
4th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 481 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2343 dealers →Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
$28 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Roanoke Rapids
Roanoke Rapids, NC
$74 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
Dieffenbach Gm Superstore
Rockingham, NCRockingham, NC
Clark Chevrolet Cadillac
Pinehurst, NCPinehurst, NC
Raceway Chevrolet
Monroe, NCMonroe, NC
Boyd Chevrolet
Hendersonville, NCHendersonville, NC
Lee Ford Of Wilson
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
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More Dealers in North Carolina
Ridgeline Automotive
Asheville, NC
Right Choice Auto Sales
Stoneville, NC
River Rat Auto Sales
Grimesland, NC
Riverside Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM
New Bern, NC
Riverside Ford
Havelock, NC
Riverside Mitsubishi
New Bern, NC
Riverside Mitsubishi-nc
New Bern, NC
Riverside Sales Inc
Washington, NC
Rj Cars & Trucks Llc
Smithfield, NC
Rk Motors Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
Rmah Llc
Greensboro, NC
Road Rive
Charlotte, NC
Roadlink Auto Sales
Greensboro, NC
Roanoke Rapids Auto Group
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Robbins Repairables
Mooresboro, NC
Roberts Motors
Hickory, NC
Robinson Auto Brokers
Dallas, NC
Rogers Motor Company
Asheville, NC
Roland Holmes Auto Sales
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Rollins Auto Sales Of Alleghany Llc
Sparta, NC
Dealers by City in North Carolina
North Carolina doc fee law
North Carolina has no statutory doc fee cap, and fees between $500 and $900 are routine. The fee must be disclosed, and it is fair game to offset it against the vehicle price.
North Carolina Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Carolina?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 411 rated North Carolina dealers is $773, based on 2,419 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. North Carolina sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in North Carolina?
Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh, Toyota Of Roanoke Rapids, Medlin Hyundai lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 262 of 481 rated North Carolina dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are North Carolina 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 North Carolina quotes are verified.
How North Carolina 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 North Carolina
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in North Carolina is $773. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 52% of dealers in North Carolina 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.