Best Car Dealers in Alabama
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 351 of 968 Alabama car dealers from 926 verified out-the-door quotes. Alabama's average doc fee is $717.
179 of 351 rated Alabama dealers earn an A · 114 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Yellowhammer State
Alabama's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
9th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 351 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 968 dealers →Toyota of Dothan
Dothan, AL
$118 below the Alabama average
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesMitchell Hyundai
Enterprise, AL
$118 below the Alabama average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesWoody Anderson Ford
Huntsville, AL
$68 below the Alabama average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesMullinax Ford of Mobile
Mobile, ALMobile, AL
Merchant Ford
Selma, ALSelma, AL
Montgomery Subaru
Montgomery, ALMontgomery, AL
Herb Chambers Hyundai of Auburn
Auburn, ALAuburn, AL
Stivers Ford Lincoln - Montgomery
Montgomery, ALMontgomery, AL
Sunny King Honda
Anniston, ALAnniston, AL
CDJR of Albertville
Albertville, ALAlbertville, AL
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More Dealers in Alabama
Jack Ingram Volkswagen of Montgomery
Montgomery, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Joe Bullard Ford
Grove Hill, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Langley GMC
Lanett, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Logan-Lewis Automotive Group
Madison, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Long-Lewis Ford of the River Region
Prattville, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lynn Layton Cadillac
Decatur, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lynn Layton Chevrolet
Decatur, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mcqueen Automotive Group
Anniston, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Parker Wholesale Cars
Tallassee, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Philip's Motor Co Inc
Haleyville, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Prattville Automotive Group
Prattville, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Reliable Chevrolet
Selma, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ron's Auto Sales
Mobile, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sandy Sansing Lincoln
Daphne, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sandy Sansing Nissan of Foley
Foley, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Skco Automotive Inc.
Mobile, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Southern Commercial Trucks
Calera, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Space & Rocket Auto Sales
Meridianville, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
T2s Services Used Autos
New Market, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Tameron Hyundai
Hoover, AL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dealers by City in Alabama
Alabama doc fee law
Alabama sets no cap on documentation fees, and Alabama fees are regularly among the highest CarEdge verifies in the Southeast.
Alabama Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Alabama?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 247 rated Alabama dealers is $717, based on 926 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Alabama sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Alabama?
Toyota of Dothan, Mitchell Hyundai, Woody Anderson Ford lead the Alabama transparency rankings. 179 of 351 rated Alabama dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Alabama dealers graded?
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%). Grades update as new Alabama quotes are verified.
How Alabama compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Alabama
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Alabama is $717. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 77% of dealers in Alabama 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.