Missouri Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Missouri? We analyzed 1,129 verified OTD quotes from 349 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 233 rated Missouri dealers is $484, $80 above the national average, based on 1,129 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
25th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Missouri has the 25th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $484.
- 224 of 349 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparency; 60 earned a D or F.
- Autohaus BMW in St. Louis is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 8 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Missouri range from $5 to $1,495 — Thompson Buick GMC charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Missouri is accessories, appearing on 40% of itemized quotes at an average of $759.
Missouri Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Missouri
The most transparent dealers in Missouri, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Autohaus BMW
St. Louis, MO
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesOakes Auto
North Kansas City, MO
$236 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHeartland
Unionville, MO
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesBMW Of Columbia
Columbia, MOColumbia, MO
Premier Sports Cars
Springfield, MOSpringfield, MO
Ackerman Toyota
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Luther Mazda Of Kansas City
Kansas City, MOKansas City, MO
Molle
Belton, MOBelton, MO
Lou Fusz Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
O'Fallon, MOO'Fallon, MO
Thoroughbred Ford
Kansas City, MOKansas City, MO
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Highest Doc Fees in Missouri
These Missouri dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $484.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thompson Buick GMC | $899 | 3 |
| 2 | Banner Coulson Chevrolet | $729 | 3 |
| 3 | Bommarito Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $631 | 4 |
| 4 | Gladstone | $629 | 3 |
| 5 | Mccarthy Hyundai Of Blue Springs | $629 | 5 |
| 6 | Leo Payne Honda | $621 | 9 |
| 7 | South County | $621 | 3 |
| 8 | South County CDJR | $621 | 11 |
| 9 | Sunset Ford St. Louis | $621 | 4 |
| 10 | Lou Fusz Toyota | $620 | 8 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Missouri
These Missouri dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Buick GMC | D 65/100 | $899 | 3 |
| Joe Machens Dealerships | D 67/100 | $587 | 9 |
| Napleton's Mid Rivers Kia | D 68/100 | $62 | 4 |
| Dave Cross Motors Kansas | C 71/100 | $565 | 3 |
| Suntrup Ford Kirkwood | C 72/100 | $604 | 9 |
| South County | C 75/100 | $621 | 3 |
| Fisher Auto Group | C 75/100 | $0 | 15 |
| Greenway Ford | C 76/100 | $565 | 9 |
| O'Fallon Buick GMC | C 79/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Cable Dahmer Kia | B 81/100 | $620 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Missouri
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Missouri, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Missouri
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Missouri?
Ford
43 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chevrolet
32 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chrysler
19 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Jeep
19 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Dodge
18 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Ram
17 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Toyota
17 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
16 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
GMC
13 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
13 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Buick
11 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Hyundai
11 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 54/100
Lincoln
7 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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How Missouri compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Missouri Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Missouri is $484, based on 1,129 verified out-the-door quotes from 233 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $80 above the $404 national average.
Which Missouri dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Thompson Buick GMC charges the highest verified doc fee in Missouri at $899. Doc fees across the state range from $5 to $1,495.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Missouri?
Autohaus BMW in St. Louis is the highest-rated dealer in Missouri with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 8 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Missouri?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Missouri dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 224 of 349 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.