Best Car Dealers Near Dover, DE

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 11 of 21 car dealers near Dover, DE from 32 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $687.

Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 11 dealers with verified quotes.

$687
Avg Doc Fee
DE avg: $608
82%
No Add-ons
84/100
Avg Score
32
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in DE

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in DE is $608. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 82% of dealers near Dover 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 Dover FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Dover, DE?

Kent County Motors (Dover, DE) is the highest-graded dealer near Dover on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Dover charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Dover, DE charge an average documentation fee of $687, compared to a DE state average of $608 — based on 32 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Dover?

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 Dover are verified.