Best Car Dealers in Delaware
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 72 of 172 Delaware car dealers from 242 verified out-the-door quotes. Delaware's average doc fee is $700.
56 of 72 rated Delaware dealers earn an A · 8 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
89/100 average transparency score
10th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 72 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 172 dealers →Winner Ford
Dover, DE
$151 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesSheridan Nissan
New Castle, DE
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesUnion Park Honda
Wilmington, DE
$211 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Holly Kia
Felton, DEFelton, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Mazda of New Castle
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Winner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
Union Park Buick GMC
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
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Laurel, DE
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New Castle, DE
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Dover, DE
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New Castle, DE
Drivetime NEW Castle
New Castle, DE
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Dagsboro, DE
Felton Holly Kia
Felton, DE
Fiat I.g. Burton Auto Group
Milford, DE
First State Auto World Inc
Wilmington, DE
First State Chevrolet
Georgetown, DE
Floyd A Megee Motor Company
Georgetown, DE
Frederick Ford Inc.
Seaford, DE
Gaz Auto Sales
Wilmington, DE
Gene's Auto Sales
Selbyville, DE
Glacier Auto Sales
Wilmington, DE
Glacier Auto Sales 2
New Castle, DE
Delaware Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 65 rated Delaware dealers is $700, based on 242 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Delaware sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Delaware?
Winner Ford, Sheridan Nissan, Union Park Honda lead the Delaware transparency rankings. 56 of 72 rated Delaware dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Delaware 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 Delaware quotes are verified.
How Delaware 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 Delaware
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Delaware is $700. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 89% of dealers in Delaware 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.