Best Car Dealers Near Saint Paul, MN

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 11 of 34 car dealers near Saint Paul, MN from 28 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $322.

Data updated Aug 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 11 dealers with verified quotes.

$322
Avg Doc Fee
MN avg: $328
82%
No Add-ons
80/100
Avg Score
28
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in MN

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in MN is $328. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 82% of dealers near Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Saint Paul, MN?

Joe Hays (Saint Paul, MN) is the highest-graded dealer near Saint Paul on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 99/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Saint Paul charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Saint Paul, MN charge an average documentation fee of $322, compared to a MN state average of $328 — based on 28 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Saint Paul?

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 Saint Paul are verified.