Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 207 of 1029 South Carolina car dealers from 921 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $531.
118 of 207 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 26 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 12, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
22nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 207 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1029 dealers →Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Mount Pleasant, SC
$306 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Easley
Easley, SC
$306 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 16 verified quotes
See the quotesQuality Kia Of Greenwood
Greenwood, SC
$36 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEscude Nissan Of Greer
Greer, SCGreer, SC
Benson Ford
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Lake Murray Mitsubishi
Irmo, SCIrmo, SC
Conway Ford
Conway, SCConway, SC
Conway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Conway, SCConway, SC
Hendrick Ineos Grenadier
Charleston, SCCharleston, SC
Century BMW MINI
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Tismoe Auto Ltd. Co.
Kingstree, SC
Titanium Auto Sales Llc
Summerville, SC
Tlc Motors
Moore, SC
Tlee Auto Sales Llc
Lexington, SC
Top Choice Motors
Clover, SC
Top Tier Auto Sales
Trenton, SC
Top Tier Auto Sales Llc
Trenton, SC
Top-end Automotive Llc
Seneca, SC
Trade Up Auto Sales
Greer, SC
Tri Springs Motors
Lexington, SC
Tri-m Motorcars
Fort Mill, SC
Trinity Car Sales
Blythewood, SC
Triple A Auto Sales
Myrtle Beach, SC
Triple C Automotive
Anderson, SC
Triple Star Auto Mart Inc
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Triple T Motors
Florence, SC
Truauto
Summerville, SC
Truauto Ladson
Summerville, SC
Truauto Moncks Corner
Moncks Corner, SC
Truauto North Charleston
North Charleston, 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 177 rated South Carolina dealers is $531, based on 921 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?
Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Toyota Of Easley, Quality Kia Of Greenwood lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 118 of 207 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 $531. 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.