Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 301 of 1785 Michigan car dealers from 941 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $305.
198 of 301 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 33 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 10, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 301 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1785 dealers →Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTamaroff Honda
Southfield, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliams Autoworld
Lansing, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesSuburban Mazda Of Troy
Troy, MITroy, MI
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MIGrand Haven, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MIPortage, MI
Denooyer Chevrolet
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
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Rochester Hills, MI
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Brighton, MI
Serra Hyundai Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
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Washington, MI
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Okemos, MI
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Brighton, MI
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Traverse City, MI
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Saginaw, MI
Serra Subaru Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
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Saginaw, MI
Serra Toyota Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
Serra Volkswagen Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
Serra Volvo Cars Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI
Sesi Mazda
Ann Arbor, MI
Sesi Motors
Ann Arbor, MI
Sesi Volvo Cars
Ann Arbor, MI
Seymour Ford Lincoln
Jackson, MI
Shaheen Cadillac
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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 263 rated Michigan dealers is $305, based on 941 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?
Simms Chevrolet, Tamaroff Honda, Williams Autoworld lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 198 of 301 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 $305. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 68% 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.