Best Car Dealers Near Des Plaines, IL

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 6 of 17 car dealers near Des Plaines, IL from 62 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $360.

Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 6 dealers with verified quotes.

$360
Avg Doc Fee
IL avg: $371
67%
No Add-ons
97/100
Avg Score
62
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in IL

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in IL is $371. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 67% of dealers near Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Des Plaines, IL?

Autonation Honda O'Hare (Des Plaines, IL) is the highest-graded dealer near Des Plaines on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Des Plaines charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Des Plaines, IL charge an average documentation fee of $360, compared to a IL state average of $371 — based on 62 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Des Plaines?

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 Des Plaines are verified.