Best Car Dealers Near Portland, ME

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 3 of 7 car dealers near Portland, ME from 6 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $526.

Data updated Sep 28, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 3 dealers with verified quotes.

$526
Avg Doc Fee
ME avg: $555
33%
No Add-ons
86/100
Avg Score
6
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in ME

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in ME is $555. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Watch for add-ons: Only 33% 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 Portland FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Portland, ME?

Riverside Auto Sales & Service (Portland, ME) is the highest-graded dealer near Portland on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Portland charge?

As of September 2026, rated dealers near Portland, ME charge an average documentation fee of $526, compared to a ME state average of $555 — based on 6 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Portland?

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 Portland are verified.