Best Car Dealers Near Smithfield, NC

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 5 of 29 car dealers near Smithfield, NC from 18 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $539.

Data updated Jul 15, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 5 dealers with verified quotes.

$539
Avg Doc Fee
NC avg: $768
60%
No Add-ons
90/100
Avg Score
18
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in NC

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in NC is $768. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 60% of dealers near Smithfield 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 Smithfield FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Smithfield, NC?

Deacon Jones Gm Of Smithfield Chevrolet (Smithfield, NC) is the highest-graded dealer near Smithfield on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Smithfield charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Smithfield, NC charge an average documentation fee of $539, compared to a NC state average of $768 — based on 18 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Smithfield?

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 Smithfield are verified.