Best Car Dealers Near Charleston, SC

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 10 of 35 car dealers near Charleston, SC from 36 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $552.

Data updated Aug 8, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 10 dealers with verified quotes.

$552
Avg Doc Fee
SC avg: $522
40%
No Add-ons
80/100
Avg Score
36
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in SC

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in SC is $522. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Watch for add-ons: Only 40% of dealers here charge no add-ons. Review your OTD quote carefully.
  • 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 Charleston FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Charleston, SC?

Hendrick Ineos Grenadier (Charleston, SC) is the highest-graded dealer near Charleston on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Charleston charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Charleston, SC charge an average documentation fee of $552, compared to a SC state average of $522 — based on 36 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Charleston?

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 Charleston are verified.