Best Car Dealers in North Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 483 of 2343 North Carolina car dealers from 2,416 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $773.
262 of 483 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 68 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 13, 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 483 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2343 dealers →Medlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 7 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 quotesRaceway Chevrolet
Monroe, NCMonroe, NC
Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Lee Ford Of Wilson
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
Boyd Chevrolet
Hendersonville, NCHendersonville, NC
Dieffenbach Gm Superstore
Rockingham, NCRockingham, NC
Clark Chevrolet Cadillac
Pinehurst, NCPinehurst, NC
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More Dealers in North Carolina
S & S Used Auto Sales Llc
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Shelby, NC
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Wilmington, NC
Safeway Motors Sales
Laurinburg, NC
Sage Auto Sales
High Point, NC
Salisbury Motor Company
Salisbury, NC
Sam And Dave's Auto Sales
Asheville, NC
Sam Lancaster Auto Sales
Greenville, NC
Sama Motors Llc
Greensboro, NC
Samet Performance
Louisburg, NC
Sammy's Used Cars
Richlands, NC
San-lee Auto Sales
Sanford, NC
Sanders Ford Sales
Swansboro, NC
Sandhills Motor Sports Llc
Laurinburg, NC
Sanford Honda Select Used Cars
Sanford, NC
Sauls Motor Inc
Smithfield, NC
Scales Auto Solutions
Madison, NC
Scenic Chevrolet GMC
Mount Airy, NC
Scenic Ford Lincoln
Mount Airy, NC
Scenic GMC
Mount Airy, 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 2,416 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?
Medlin Buick GMC, Medlin Hyundai, Toyota Of Roanoke Rapids lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 262 of 483 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: 53% 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.