Maine Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Maine? We analyzed 243 verified OTD quotes from 99 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 76 rated Maine dealers is $572, $168 above the national average, based on 243 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pine Tree State
Maine's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
17th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Maine has the 17th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $572.
- 66 of 99 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparency; 24 earned a D or F.
- Quirk Cadillac in Bangor is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Maine range from $125 to $1,024 — Yankee Ford charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Maine is accessories, appearing on 26% of itemized quotes at an average of $646.
Maine Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Maine
The most transparent dealers in Maine, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Quirk Cadillac
Bangor, ME
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesQuirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Belfast
Belfast, ME
$73 below the Maine average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRowe Ford Westbrook
Westbrook, ME
$73 below the Maine average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRowe Hyundai Auburn
Auburn, MEAuburn, ME
Rowe Hyundai Westbrook
Westbrook, MEWestbrook, ME
Group 1 Toyota Saco
Saco, MESaco, ME
Bill Dodge Kia of Saco
Saco, MESaco, ME
Bill Dodge Nissan
Saco, MESaco, ME
BMW of Westbrook
Westbrook, MEWestbrook, ME
Bill Dodge Hyundai
Brunswick, MEBrunswick, ME
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Highest Doc Fees in Maine
These Maine dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $572.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yankee Ford | $799 | 4 |
| 2 | Berlin City Toyota of Portland | $799 | 7 |
| 3 | Berlin City Honda of Portland | $799 | 7 |
| 4 | Berlin City Lexus of Portland | $799 | 3 |
| 5 | Patriot Subaru of Saco | $729 | 15 |
| 6 | Patriot Acura | $729 | 3 |
| 7 | Pape Subaru | $699 | 8 |
| 8 | Morong Falmouth Volkswagen | $699 | 5 |
| 9 | Goodwin Mazda | $699 | 4 |
| 10 | Morong Falmouth Mazda | $699 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Maine
These Maine dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Toyota | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Greg's Auto Sales | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Wiscasset Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Berlin City Lexus of Portland | C 72/100 | $799 | 3 |
| Berlin City Honda of Portland | B 85/100 | $799 | 7 |
| Berlin City Toyota of Portland | B 87/100 | $799 | 7 |
| Yankee Ford | B 88/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Evergreen Subaru | B 88/100 | $594 | 3 |
| Portland Volvo Cars | A 93/100 | $699 | 5 |
| Quirk Subaru of Bangor | A 94/100 | $579 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Maine
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Maine, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Maine
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Maine?
Ford
10 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Dodge
9 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Subaru
6 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Toyota
6 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Volkswagen
5 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Chevrolet
5 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Chrysler
5 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Ram
5 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Hyundai
5 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Jeep
4 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 63/100
GMC
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Volvo
2 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Honda
2 dealers · Avg score: 43/100
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How Maine compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Maine Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Maine?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Maine is $572, based on 243 verified out-the-door quotes from 76 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $168 above the $404 national average.
Which Maine dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Yankee Ford charges the highest verified doc fee in Maine at $799. Doc fees across the state range from $125 to $1,024.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Maine?
Quirk Cadillac in Bangor is the highest-rated dealer in Maine with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Maine?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Maine dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 66 of 99 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.