Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 319 of 1069 South Carolina car dealers from 1,172 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $527.
173 of 319 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 79 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 11, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
21st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 319 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in South Carolina
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Walterboro Ford
Walterboro, SC
20 verified quotes$499doc feeNo add-ons$28 below the South Carolina average
- A95/1002026
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC
3 verified quotes$599doc feeNo add-ons
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1069 dealers →Toyota of Greenville
Greenville, SC
$128 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesWalterboro Ford
CarEdge CertifiedWalterboro, SC
$28 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota of Easley
Easley, SC
$302 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesSteve White Volkswagen
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Escude Nissan of Greer
Greer, SCGreer, SC
Benson Ford
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Century BMW
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
Conway Ford
Conway, SCConway, SC
Lake Murray Mitsubishi
Irmo, SCIrmo, SC
Raceway Chevrolet
Hartsville, SCHartsville, SC
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O.C. Welch Lincoln
Hardeeville, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Columbia, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Southtowne
Greer, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Stokes-Trainor
Newberry, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Parks Chevrolet Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Legacy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Florence, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jim Hudson Buick GMC
Columbia, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jim Hudson Chevrolet
Columbia, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Mcdaniels Volkswagen
Columbia, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lake Murray
Irmo, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Car Town Kia
Florence, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Holler Nissan Columbia
Columbia, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Escude Chevrolet of Easley
Easley, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Tidelands Ford
Pawleys Island, SC · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Benson Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram
SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ed Morse Sawgrass Automall
Sunrise, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Palmetto Lincoln
Charleston, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Benson Nissan Easley
Easley, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Crossroads Ford of Sumter
Sumter, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Wakefield GMC
Spartanburg, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dealers by City in South Carolina
South Carolina doc fee law
South Carolina has no doc fee cap; closing fees must be filed with the state and disclosed, and they routinely run $400 to $700.
South Carolina Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in South Carolina?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 253 rated South Carolina dealers is $527, based on 1,172 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. South Carolina sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in South Carolina?
Toyota of Greenville, Walterboro Ford, Toyota of Easley lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 173 of 319 rated South Carolina dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are South 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 South Carolina quotes are verified.
How South 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 South Carolina
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in South Carolina is $527. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 69% of dealers in South 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.