Best Car Dealers in North Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 500 of 2357 North Carolina car dealers from 2,464 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $774.
270 of 500 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 71 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 18, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Tar Heel State
North Carolina's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
4th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 500 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2357 dealers →Medlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NC
$25 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NC
$25 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesSouthern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
$29 below the North Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesJim Cook Chevrolet GMC
Marion, NCMarion, NC
Dieffenbach Gm Superstore
Rockingham, NCRockingham, NC
Toyota Of Roanoke Rapids
Roanoke Rapids, NCRoanoke Rapids, NC
Lee Ford Of Wilson
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
Mount Airy Toyota
Mount Airy, NCMount Airy, NC
Clark Chevrolet Cadillac
Pinehurst, NCPinehurst, NC
Fields Mazda Of Asheville
Asheville, NCAsheville, NC
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More Dealers in North Carolina
The Local Lot, Llc
Wilson, NC
The Pecheles Automotive Group
Greenville, NC
Thiago's Auto Sales
High Point, NC
Thompson Cadillac
Raleigh, NC
Tilleys Auto Sales
North Wilkesboro, NC
Tim Newton Auto Sales
Havelock, NC
Timeline Motors Llc
Clayton, NC
Tj Motors, Llc
Charlotte, NC
Tkd Motor Company
Albemarle, NC
Tlc Work Trucks
Benson, NC
Tlc Works
Benson, NC
Tlc Works
Smithfield, NC
Tlc Works, Inc. Auto Sales
Dunn, NC
Tnt Automotive Llc
Autryville, NC
Toneys Auto Sales
Forest City, NC
Top Class Motors Llc
Charlotte, NC
Top Motors
Raleigh, NC
Top Shelf Auto Sales & Repair
Denver, NC
Total Excellence Auto Llc
Washington, NC
Town Auto Sales Llc
New Bern, NC
Dealers by City in North Carolina
North Carolina doc fee law
North Carolina has no statutory doc fee cap, and fees between $500 and $900 are routine. The fee must be disclosed, and it is fair game to offset it against the vehicle price.
North Carolina Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Carolina?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 425 rated North Carolina dealers is $774, based on 2,464 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. North Carolina sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in North Carolina?
Medlin Buick GMC, Medlin Hyundai, Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 270 of 500 rated North Carolina dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are North Carolina 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 North Carolina quotes are verified.
How North Carolina 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 North Carolina
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in North Carolina is $774. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 53% of dealers in North Carolina 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.