Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 297 of 1789 Michigan car dealers from 932 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.
195 of 297 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 32 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 297 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1789 dealers →Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRandy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMy Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MIWashington, MI
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Jmb Auto Sports Llc
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
Jim Riehl'S Friendly Cadillac Honda
Clinton Township, MIClinton Township, MI
Baker Auto Group
Hudsonville, MIHudsonville, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Prime Motors
Lansing, MI
Prime Motorz
Warren, MI
Prime Time Auto Financing
Redford Charter Township, MI
Prime Time Automotive Llc
Lansing, MI
Primerides Automotive
Flint, MI
Primo Avanti
Roseville, MI
Prince Motors - Heavy Duty Gun Lake New
Wayland, MI
Prince Motors - Hudsonville Heavy Duty
Hudsonville, MI
Prince Motors / Hudsonville
Hudsonville, MI
Prince Motors Of Gun Lake
Wayland, MI
Priority Auto Sales
Muskegon, MI
Pristine Auto Sales Inc
Pontiac, MI
Pristine Automotive Llc
Highland Park, MI
Promax Auto Group Llc
Redford Charter Township, MI
Prunto Motor Inc.
Dearborn, MI
Quality Auto Financing
Lapeer, MI
Quality Auto Sales
Detroit, MI
Quality Auto Sales
Wayne, MI
Quattro Motors
Redford Charter Township, MI
Quattro Motors 2
Farmington Hills, MI
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Michigan doc fee law
Michigan caps doc fees at 5% of the vehicle price up to a dollar limit the state adjusts periodically (roughly $260). Michigan quotes above that level deserve a second look.
Michigan Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 297 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 932 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $260.
Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven, Randy Wise Hyundai, My Nissan Of Grand Rapids lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 195 of 297 rated Michigan dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Michigan 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 Michigan quotes are verified.
How Michigan 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 Michigan
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Michigan is $294. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 67% of dealers in Michigan 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.