Best Car Dealers Near Santa Clara, CA

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 17 of 33 car dealers near Santa Clara, CA from 93 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $75.

Data updated Aug 14, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 17 dealers with verified quotes.

$75
Avg Doc Fee
CA avg: $110
71%
No Add-ons
71/100
Avg Score
93
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.
  • Good news on add-ons: 71% of dealers near Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Santa Clara, CA?

All Star Auto Group (Santa Clara, CA) is the highest-graded dealer near Santa Clara on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Santa Clara charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Santa Clara, CA charge an average documentation fee of $75, compared to a CA state average of $110 — based on 93 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Santa Clara?

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 Santa Clara are verified.