North Carolina Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in North Carolina? We analyzed 2,341 verified OTD quotes from 470 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 470 rated North Carolina dealers is $730, $330 above the national average, based on 2,341 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Tar Heel State
North Carolina's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
3rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- North Carolina has the 3rd-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $730.
- 256 of 470 rated North Carolina dealers earned an A for transparency; 62 earned a D or F.
- Medlin Buick GMC in Wilson is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 9 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in North Carolina range from $0 to $1,296 — Johnson Volvo Cars Charlotte charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in North Carolina is protection plan, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,204.
North Carolina Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in North Carolina
The most transparent dealers in North Carolina, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Medlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMount Airy Toyota
Mount Airy, NC
$30 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesClark Chevrolet Cadillac
Pinehurst, NCPinehurst, NC
BMW Of Asheville
Arden, NCArden, NC
Boyd Chevrolet
Hendersonville, NCHendersonville, NC
Raceway Chevrolet
Monroe, NCMonroe, NC
Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NCRaleigh, NC
Fields Mazda Of Asheville
Asheville, NCAsheville, NC
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Highest Doc Fees in North Carolina
These North Carolina dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $730.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johnson Volvo Cars Charlotte | $1,296 | 9 |
| 2 | Cadillac Of Fayetteville | $1,038 | 3 |
| 3 | Nissan Of Boone | $999 | 3 |
| 4 | Hyundai Of Union County | $999 | 22 |
| 5 | Discovery Nissan | $999 | 11 |
| 6 | Nissan Of Hendersonville | $999 | 5 |
| 7 | East Charlotte Nissan | $999 | 4 |
| 8 | Classic Toyota Of Wilkesboro | $999 | 13 |
| 9 | Randy Marion Kia | $999 | 6 |
| 10 | Greenville Nissan | $999 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in North Carolina
These North Carolina dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Kia | F 50.8/100 | $869 | 3 |
| Cadillac Of South Charlotte | F 59.1/100 | $899 | 5 |
| Dream Work Automotive | D 61.9/100 | $999 | 12 |
| Flow Acura Of Wilmington | D 62/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Carmazone | D 65.3/100 | $898 | 3 |
| Capital Subaru Of Greensboro | D 68.2/100 | $799 | 8 |
| Auction Direct Usa | D 68.8/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Cox Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 69/100 | $0 | 4 |
| Charles Boyd Of Henderson Nc | D 69/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Randy Marion Chevrolet Of Statesville | D 69.3/100 | $999 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in North Carolina
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in North Carolina, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in North Carolina
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in North Carolina?
Chevrolet
53 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ford
52 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
GMC
32 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
30 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Nissan
29 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Hyundai
27 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Chrysler
25 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Jeep
25 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Ram
24 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Dodge
23 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Kia
23 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
22 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Buick
20 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Subaru
17 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Mazda
15 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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How North Carolina compares to its neighbors
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North Carolina Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Carolina?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in North Carolina is $730, based on 2,341 verified out-the-door quotes from 470 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $330 above the $400 national average.
Which North Carolina dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Johnson Volvo Cars Charlotte charges the highest verified doc fee in North Carolina at $1,296. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $1,296.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in North Carolina?
Medlin Buick GMC in Wilson is the highest-rated dealer in North Carolina with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 9 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in North Carolina?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a North Carolina dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 256 of 470 rated North Carolina dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.