Best Car Dealers Near Carthage, MO

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1 of 4 car dealers near Carthage, MO from 4 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $364.

Data updated Jul 22, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 1 dealer with verified quotes.

$364
Avg Doc Fee
MO avg: $522
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No Add-ons
82/100
Avg Score
4
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in MO

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in MO is $522. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
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  • 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 Carthage FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Carthage, MO?

Wood Ford Of Carthage (Carthage, MO) is the highest-graded dealer near Carthage on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — B grade, 82/100, based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Carthage charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Carthage, MO charge an average documentation fee of $364, compared to a MO state average of $522 — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Carthage?

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 Carthage are verified.