Best Car Dealers Near Elizabeth City, NC

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 9 of 12 car dealers near Elizabeth City, NC from 21 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $940.

Data updated Oct 31, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 9 dealers with verified quotes.

$940
Avg Doc Fee
NC avg: $754
78%
No Add-ons
83/100
Avg Score
21
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in NC

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in NC is $754. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 78% of dealers near Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Elizabeth City, NC?

Carolina Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM (Elizabeth City, NC) is the highest-graded dealer near Elizabeth City on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 99/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Elizabeth City charge?

As of October 2026, rated dealers near Elizabeth City, NC charge an average documentation fee of $940, compared to a NC state average of $754 — based on 21 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Elizabeth City?

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 Elizabeth City are verified.