Best Car Dealers Near Richmond, KY

As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 9 of 15 car dealers near Richmond, KY from 27 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $512.

Data updated Nov 8, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 9 dealers with verified quotes.

$512
Avg Doc Fee
KY avg: $599
67%
No Add-ons
83/100
Avg Score
27
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in KY

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in KY is $599. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 67% of dealers near Richmond 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 Richmond FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Richmond, KY?

Toyota South (Richmond, KY) is the highest-graded dealer near Richmond on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 97/100, based on 8 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Richmond charge?

As of November 2026, rated dealers near Richmond, KY charge an average documentation fee of $512, compared to a KY state average of $599 — based on 27 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Richmond?

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 Richmond are verified.