Best Car Dealers Near Bristol, TN

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 5 of 31 car dealers near Bristol, TN from 18 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $673.

Data updated Aug 14, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 5 dealers with verified quotes.

$673
Avg Doc Fee
TN avg: $679
80%
No Add-ons
93/100
Avg Score
18
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in TN

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in TN is $679. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 80% of dealers near Bristol 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 Bristol FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Bristol, TN?

Lakeway Auto (Bristol, TN) is the highest-graded dealer near Bristol on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Bristol charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Bristol, TN charge an average documentation fee of $673, compared to a TN state average of $679 — based on 18 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Bristol?

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 Bristol are verified.