Maine Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Maine? We analyzed 130 verified OTD quotes from 44 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 44 rated Maine dealers is $506, $106 above the national average, based on 130 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pine Tree State
Maine's dealer grade: A
92/100 average transparency score
20th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Maine has the 20th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $506.
- 39 of 44 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparency; 2 earned a D or F.
- Rowe Auburn in Westbrook is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 14 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Maine range from $0 to $799 — Patriot Subaru charges the most.
Maine Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Maine
The most transparent dealers in Maine, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Rowe Auburn
Westbrook, ME
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesQuirk Chevy Of Bangor
Bangor, ME
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesIra Toyota Saco
Saco, ME
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRowe Westbrook
Westbrook, MEWestbrook, ME
Casco Bay Ford
Yarmouth, MEYarmouth, ME
Quirk Cadillac
Bangor, MEBangor, ME
Darling'S Newport
Ellsworth, MEEllsworth, ME
Bill Dodge Hyundai
Brunswick, MEBrunswick, ME
Bill Dodge Kia Of Saco
Saco, MESaco, ME
Bill Dodge Nissan
Saco, MESaco, ME
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Highest Doc Fees in Maine
These Maine dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $506.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patriot Subaru | $765 | 11 |
| 2 | Patriot Acura | $729 | 4 |
| 3 | Goodwin Mazda | $699 | 3 |
| 4 | Pape Subaru | $699 | 8 |
| 5 | Goodwin Chevrolet Oxford | $699 | 3 |
| 6 | Lee Auto Malls | $649 | 3 |
| 7 | Lee Nissan Of Topsham | $649 | 3 |
| 8 | Darling'S Newport | $599 | 3 |
| 9 | Bill Dodge Hyundai | $599 | 6 |
| 10 | Bill Dodge Kia Of Saco | $599 | 9 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Of Scarborough | B 82.6/100 | $494 | 5 |
| Evergreen Subaru | A 92.1/100 | $594 | 3 |
| Patriot Subaru | A 93.8/100 | $765 | 11 |
| Patriot Acura | A 94.9/100 | $729 | 4 |
| Goodwin Mazda | A 95.8/100 | $699 | 3 |
| Pape Subaru | A 95.8/100 | $699 | 8 |
| Goodwin Chevrolet Oxford | A 95.8/100 | $699 | 3 |
| Lee Auto Malls | A 97.3/100 | $649 | 3 |
| Lee Nissan Of Topsham | A 97.3/100 | $649 | 3 |
| Darling'S Newport | A 98.8/100 | $599 | 3 |
Dealers by Brand in Maine
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Maine?
Dodge
6 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Subaru
5 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Ford
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Toyota
3 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Chevrolet
3 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Mazda
3 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Hyundai
2 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Chrysler
2 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Honda
2 dealers · Avg score: 42/100
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Maine Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Maine?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Maine is $506, based on 130 verified out-the-door quotes from 44 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $106 above the $400 national average.
Which Maine dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Patriot Subaru charges the highest verified doc fee in Maine at $765. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $799.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Maine?
Rowe Auburn in Westbrook is the highest-rated dealer in Maine with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 14 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. 39 of 44 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.