Best Car Dealers Near Bellingham, WA

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 17 of 25 car dealers near Bellingham, WA from 38 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $291.

Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 17 dealers with verified quotes.

$291
Avg Doc Fee
WA avg: $212
59%
No Add-ons
77/100
Avg Score
38
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in WA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in WA is $212. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 59% of dealers near Bellingham 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.

Car Dealers Near Bellingham FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Bellingham, WA?

Dewey Griffin Subaru (Bellingham, WA) is the highest-graded dealer near Bellingham on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Bellingham charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Bellingham, WA charge an average documentation fee of $291, compared to a WA state average of $212 — based on 38 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Bellingham?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Bellingham are verified.