Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 305 of 1795 Michigan car dealers from 952 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $305.
201 of 305 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 35 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 11, 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 305 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1795 dealers →Henkel Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Springfield, MI
$26 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesPage Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesPage Toyota
Southfield, MI
$25 below the Michigan average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MIGrand Haven, MI
Randy Wise Hyundai
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Simms Chevrolet
Clio, MIClio, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Northgate Ford
Port Huron, MIPort Huron, MI
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MIWashington, MI
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MIImlay City, MI
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T & M Auto Sales
Grand Rapids, MI
T & T Auto Sales
Detroit, MI
T&c Auto Exchange Llc
Saint Clair, MI
Tamaroff Auto Group
Southfield, MI
Tamaroff Nissan
Southfield, MI
Tapper Budget Lot
Paw Paw, MI
Tarraf Auto Group
Melvindale, MI
Taylor Buick GMC
Taylor, MI
Taylor Motor Group Inc
Detroit, MI
Taylor's Auto Sales
Mount Morris, MI
Tc Off Collection
Troy, MI
Tcf Auto Wholesale Llc
Oak Park, MI
Team Chevrolet Automotive
Manistique, MI
Team Hodges Chevrolet
West Branch, MI
Team Hodges Inc
West Branch, MI
Team One Buick GMC
Charlotte, MI
Team One Chevrolet Buick GMC
Charlotte, MI
Telegraph Auto Sales
Carleton, MI
Telegraph Motors
Southfield, MI
Tesla Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, 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 266 rated Michigan dealers is $305, based on 952 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?
Henkel Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Page Honda Bloomfield, Page Toyota lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 201 of 305 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.