Best Car Dealers in North Dakota

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 55 of 190 North Dakota car dealers from 81 verified out-the-door quotes. North Dakota's average doc fee is $295.

39 of 55 rated North Dakota dealers earn an A · 11 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Peace Garden State

North Dakota's dealer grade: B

87/100 average transparency score

42nd highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 55 dealers with verified quotes.

$295
Avg Doc Fee
91%
No Add-ons
87/100
Avg Score
81
Verified Quotes

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Bessette Motors

Carrington, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$229doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Cartiva Of Minot

Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Charbonneau Car Center

Dickinson, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$229doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Grand Forks Subaru

Grand Forks, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Hansons Chevrolet

Grafton, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$150doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Lunde Lincoln

Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Minot Automotive Company

Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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M.J. Mcguire Company

Rugby, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$239doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Peak Automotive

Mandan, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Puklich Chevrolet GMC

Valley City, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Red Rock Ford Of Williston

Williston, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ryan Family Dealerships

Williston, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Rydell Toyota Of Grand Forks

Grand Forks, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Schmidt Auto Sales, Inc.

Bismarck, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Twin City Motors

Grand Forks, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$175doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Veracity Motors

Bismarck, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Wahl Family Automotive

Devils Lake, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$189doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Westlie Motor Company

Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$300doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Wolfe Ford, Inc.

Lidgerwood, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$195doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ness Auto Sales

West Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$224doc feeNo add-ons
A
99/100
Highly transparent
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North Dakota Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in North Dakota?

As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 44 rated North Dakota dealers is $295, based on 81 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. North Dakota sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in North Dakota?

Eide Subaru, Vision Ford, Cedric Theel Toyota lead the North Dakota transparency rankings. 39 of 55 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are North Dakota 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 Dakota quotes are verified.

How North Dakota 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 Dakota

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in North Dakota is $295. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 91% of dealers in North Dakota 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.