Best Car Dealers in North Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 464 of 2348 North Carolina car dealers from 2,331 verified out-the-door quotes. North Carolina's average doc fee is $731.
252 of 464 rated North Carolina dealers earn an A · 60 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Tar Heel State
North Carolina's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
3rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 464 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2348 dealers →Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesMedlin Buick GMC
Wilson, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesSouthern States Hyundai Of Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesLee Ford Of Wilson
Wilson, NCWilson, NC
Dieffenbach Gm Superstore
Rockingham, NCRockingham, NC
Mount Airy Toyota
Mount Airy, NCMount Airy, NC
Boyd Chevrolet
Hendersonville, NCHendersonville, NC
Medlin Hyundai
Rocky Mount, NCRocky Mount, NC
BMW Of Asheville
Arden, NCArden, NC
Raceway Chevrolet
Monroe, NCMonroe, NC
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More Dealers in North Carolina
Carnation Automotive Llc
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Greensboro, NC
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Hickory, NC
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Lincolnton, NC
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High Point, NC
Carolina Auto Finance
Forest City, NC
Carolina Auto Group, Llc
Yadkinville, NC
Carolina Auto Imports, Inc
Charlotte, NC
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Mount Airy, NC
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Reidsville, NC
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Marion, NC
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Bailey, NC
Carolina Auto Warehouse
Concord, NC
Carolina Automotive Group
Gastonia, NC
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Pilot Mountain, NC
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Gastonia, NC
Carolina Boats And Carts
Newport, NC
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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 464 rated North Carolina dealers is $731, based on 2,331 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?
Southern States Mazda Of Raleigh, Medlin Buick GMC, Southern States Hyundai Of Raleigh lead the North Carolina transparency rankings. 252 of 464 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 $731. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 51% 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.