Best Car Dealers in North Carolina

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 745 of 2463 North Carolina car dealers from 2,810 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $754.

433 of 745 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 142 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 26, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Tar Heel State

North Carolina's dealer grade: B

82/100 average transparency score

6th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 745 dealers with verified quotes.

$754
Avg Doc Fee
64%
No Add-ons
82/100
Avg Score
2,810
Verified Quotes

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Cole

Hope Mills, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Craige Motor Co.

Durham, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Eagle Motor Company Inc

Fayetteville, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Everett Chevrolet Of Hickory

Hickory, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Flow Lexus Of Greensboro

Greensboro, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$749doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Franklin Auto Exchange

Matthews, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Hickory Used Car Superstore

Hickory, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Leith GMC

Wendell, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$698doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Phelps Chevrolet

Greenville, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$675doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Skye Auto Haus

Weaverville, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Tri-City Ford Inc

Eden, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Wheel City Motors

Asheville, NC · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$436doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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158 Auto Sales Llc

Mocksville, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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601 Auto Sales

Mocksville, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$300doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Abernethy Buick GMC

Lincolnton, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$640doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Abernethy Chry-Jeep-Dodge Inc

Lincolnton, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$496doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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All Star Auto Sales Of Raleigh Inc.

Raleigh, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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A Miracle's Auto Llc

Plymouth, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$295doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Asheville Chevrolet

Asheville, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$400doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Audi Greenville

Greenville, NC · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee at 628 rated North Carolina dealers is $754, based on 2,810 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?

Mount Airy Toyota, Medlin Hyundai, Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 433 of 745 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.

Tips for Buying a Car in North Carolina

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in North Carolina is $754. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 64% 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.