Best Car Dealers Near Placerville, CA

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 3 of 6 car dealers near Placerville, CA from 25 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $74.

Data updated Aug 14, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 3 dealers with verified quotes.

$74
Avg Doc Fee
CA avg: $110
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No Add-ons
79/100
Avg Score
25
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in CA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in CA is $110. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
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  • 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 Placerville FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Placerville, CA?

Thompsons Toyota Of Placerville (Placerville, CA) is the highest-graded dealer near Placerville on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — B grade, 82/100, based on 16 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Placerville charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Placerville, CA charge an average documentation fee of $74, compared to a CA state average of $110 — based on 25 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Placerville?

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 Placerville are verified.