Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 331 of 1002 South Carolina car dealers from 1,285 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $525.
159 of 331 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 98 earn a D or F
Data updated Nov 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
24th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 331 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in South Carolina
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Walterboro Ford
Walterboro, SC
24 verified quotes$499doc feeNo add-ons$26 below the South Carolina average
- A95/1002026
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC
4 verified quotes$599doc feeNo add-ons - A92/1002026
Stokes Hodges Ford
Graniteville, SC
9 verified quotes$699doc fee
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1002 dealers →Toyota of Greenville
Greenville, SC
$126 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 24 verified quotes
See the quotesWalterboro Ford
CarEdge CertifiedWalterboro, SC
$26 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 24 verified quotes
See the quotesRalph Hayes Toyota
Anderson, SC
$76 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesCentury BMW
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Kevin Whitaker Chevrolet
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Land Rover Greenville
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Spartanburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Spartanburg, SCSpartanburg, SC
Lake Murray Mitsubishi
Irmo, SCIrmo, SC
Herlong Chevrolet
Batesburg-Leesville, SCBatesburg-Leesville, SC
King Cadillac
Florence, SCFlorence, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Raceway Chevrolet
Hartsville, SC · 4 verified quotes
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet
Clover, SC · 3 verified quotes
Gaffney Buick GMC
Gaffney, SC · 3 verified quotes
North Strand Nissan
Little River, SC · 3 verified quotes
Sumter Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Sumter, SC · 3 verified quotes
Vip Motors
West Columbia, SC · 3 verified quotes
Dick Brooks Honda of Greer
Greer, SC · 16 verified quotes
Richard Kay Chevrolet
Anderson, SC · 9 verified quotes
Kia of Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, SC · 7 verified quotes
Berkeley Ford
Moncks Corner, SC · 8 verified quotes
Conway Ford
Conway, SC · 8 verified quotes
Stokes Kia
Goose Creek, SC · 7 verified quotes
Burns Kia
Orangeburg, SC · 6 verified quotes
Jts Kia of Rock Hill
Rock Hill, SC · 6 verified quotes
Crews Subaru of Charleston
North Charleston, SC · 5 verified quotes
Hendrick Ineos Grenadier
Charleston, SC · 5 verified quotes
Autonation Usa Charleston
Charleston, SC · 4 verified quotes
Crews Chevrolet
North Charleston, SC · 4 verified quotes
Century MINI
Greenville, SC · 3 verified quotes
Jim Hudson Cadillac
Columbia, SC · 3 verified quotes
South Carolina doc fee law
South Carolina has no doc fee cap; closing fees must be filed with the state and disclosed, and they routinely run $400 to $700.
South Carolina Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in South Carolina?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee at 241 rated South Carolina dealers is $525, based on 1,285 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. South Carolina sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in South Carolina?
Toyota of Greenville, Walterboro Ford, Ralph Hayes Toyota lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 159 of 331 rated South Carolina dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are South 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 South Carolina quotes are verified.
How South 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 South Carolina
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in South Carolina is $525. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 68% of dealers in South 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.