Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 258 of 1027 South Carolina car dealers from 1,176 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $517.
158 of 258 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 32 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
20th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 258 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1027 dealers →Walterboro Ford
Walterboro, SC
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Easley
Easley, SC
$292 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 16 verified quotes
See the quotesBenson Ford
Easley, SC
$118 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesCentury BMW MINI
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Conway Ford
Conway, SCConway, SC
Escude Nissan Of Greer
Greer, SCGreer, SC
Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Mount Pleasant, SCMount Pleasant, SC
King Cadillac
Florence, SCFlorence, SC
Master Chevrolet
Aiken, SCAiken, SC
Lake Murray Mitsubishi
Irmo, SCIrmo, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Cruz Rv & Auto
Denmark, SC
D & R Auto Brokers
Ridgeland, SC
D&d Motors
Greer, SC
D&m Auto Group Llc
Rock Hill, SC
Daily Drive
Lancaster, SC
Dan's Discount Auto
Lexington, SC
Daniel Island Auto
Charleston, SC
Daniel Island Auto Sales
Charleston, SC
Dark Corner Classics Llc
Travelers Rest, SC
Davis Auto Sales
Woodruff, SC
Davis Toyota Of Orangeburg
Orangeburg, SC
Deals For Wheels
Ladson, SC
Dick Brooks Pre-owned
Lyman, SC
Dick Dyer Mercedes-Benz
Columbia, SC
Diego Motors
Lexington, SC
Dillon Auto Sales
Dillon, SC
Dinkins Auctions
Sumter, SC
Discount Auto Depot
West Columbia, SC
Dominion Auto Sales
Summerville, SC
Dons Used Cars And Trucks
West Columbia, SC
Dealers by City in South Carolina
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 August 2026, the average documentation fee at 211 rated South Carolina dealers is $517, based on 1,176 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?
Walterboro Ford, Toyota Of Easley, Benson Ford lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 158 of 258 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 $517. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 64% 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.