Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 203 of 1027 South Carolina car dealers from 918 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $532.
117 of 203 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 23 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 10, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
22nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 203 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1027 dealers →Century BMW MINI
Greenville, SC
$133 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesConway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Conway, SC
$57 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesQuality Kia Of Greenwood
Greenwood, SC
$37 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Easley
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Hendrick Ineos Grenadier
Charleston, SCCharleston, SC
Gaffney Buick GMC
Gaffney, SCGaffney, SC
Escude Nissan Of Greer
Greer, SCGreer, SC
Benson Ford
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Mount Pleasant, SCMount Pleasant, SC
Conway Ford
Conway, SCConway, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Smartchoice Auto Group
Columbia, SC
Smith Automotive Group
Travelers Rest, SC
Smith Motor Company, Inc.
McCormick, SC
South Carolina Automobile
Ladson, SC
South Strand Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Pawleys Island, SC
Southern Auto Mart
Myrtle Beach, SC
Southern Drive Auto Sales
Loris, SC
Southern Motor Company
Lancaster, SC
Southern Motor Company
North Charleston, SC
Southpark Auto Sales
Turbeville, SC
Sparks Toyota
Conway, SC
Spartan Auto Brokers
Boiling Springs, SC
Speedway Motors Of Hardeeville Llc
Hardeeville, SC
Spinning Wrenches Complete Auto Care & Auto Sales
Columbia, SC
Sports & Imports Inc
Spartanburg, SC
Sports And Imports Cars
Spartanburg, SC
Spot Automotives
North Charleston, SC
Ss Auto Llc
Spartanburg, SC
Stan Egan's Auto World
Greer, SC
Stan Egan's Auto World, Inc
Greer, 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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 176 rated South Carolina dealers is $532, based on 918 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?
Century BMW MINI, Conway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Quality Kia Of Greenwood lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 117 of 203 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 $532. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 58% 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.