Best Car Dealers Near Independence, MO

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 6 of 24 car dealers near Independence, MO from 10 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $545.

Data updated Sep 2, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 6 dealers with verified quotes.

$545
Avg Doc Fee
MO avg: $484
83%
No Add-ons
70/100
Avg Score
10
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in MO

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in MO is $484. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 83% of dealers near Independence 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 Independence FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Independence, MO?

Bob Sight Independence Kia (Independence, MO) is the highest-graded dealer near Independence on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 96/100, based on 5 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Independence charge?

As of September 2026, rated dealers near Independence, MO charge an average documentation fee of $545, compared to a MO state average of $484 — based on 10 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Independence?

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 Independence are verified.