Best Car Dealers Near Clinton, IA

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1 of 11 car dealers near Clinton, IA from 1 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $150.

Data updated Jul 16, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 1 dealer with verified quotes.

$150
Avg Doc Fee
IA avg: $200
100%
No Add-ons
78/100
Avg Score
1
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in IA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in IA is $200. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 100% of dealers near Clinton 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 Clinton FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Clinton, IA?

Gerdes Northend Auto Llc (Clinton, IA) is the highest-graded dealer near Clinton on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — C grade, 78/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Clinton charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Clinton, IA charge an average documentation fee of $150, compared to a IA state average of $200 — based on 1 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Clinton?

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 Clinton are verified.