Best Car Dealers Near Ferndale, MI

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 5 of 8 car dealers near Ferndale, MI from 20 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $237.

Data updated Sep 13, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 5 dealers with verified quotes.

$237
Avg Doc Fee
MI avg: $287
40%
No Add-ons
89/100
Avg Score
20
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in MI

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in MI is $287. 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 Ferndale FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Ferndale, MI?

Hodges Subaru (Ferndale, MI) is the highest-graded dealer near Ferndale on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 96/100, based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Ferndale charge?

As of September 2026, rated dealers near Ferndale, MI charge an average documentation fee of $237, compared to a MI state average of $287 — based on 20 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Ferndale?

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 Ferndale are verified.