Best Car Dealers in North Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 472 of 2354 North Carolina car dealers from 2,364 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $775.
260 of 472 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 61 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Tar Heel State
North Carolina's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
4th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 472 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2354 dealers →Medlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NC
$26 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NC
$26 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMount Airy Toyota
Mount Airy, NC
$75 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Roanoke Rapids
Roanoke Rapids, NCRoanoke Rapids, NC
Dieffenbach Gm Superstore
Rockingham, NCRockingham, NC
Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Lee Ford Of Wilson
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
BMW Of Asheville
Arden, NCArden, NC
Raceway Chevrolet
Monroe, NCMonroe, NC
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Parks Chevrolet Inc
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Winston-Salem, NC
Parkway Ford
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Lexington, NC
Parkway Hyundai
Wilmington, NC
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Parkway Volvo Cars
Wilmington, NC
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Pars Imports
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Patriot Motors
Lincolnton, NC
Patterson Auto Sales
Wilmington, NC
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Smithfield, NC
Paul Baker Auto Sales Llc
Marion, NC
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Roxboro, NC
Payless Car Deals
Hickory, NC
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Roxboro, NC
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Burlington, NC
Peak Motors Inc
Hickory, NC
Pecheles Ford
Washington, NC
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 409 rated North Carolina dealers is $775, based on 2,364 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, Mount Airy Toyota lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 260 of 472 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 $775. 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.