Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 315 of 1072 South Carolina car dealers from 1,158 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $529.
169 of 315 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 80 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 4, 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 315 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$30 below the South Carolina average
- A95/1002026
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC
3 verified quotes$599doc feeNo add-ons
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1072 dealers →Walterboro Ford
CarEdge CertifiedWalterboro, SC
$30 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota of Easley
Easley, SC
$304 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesSteve White Volkswagen
Greenville, SC
$30 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesEscude 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
Spartanburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Spartanburg, SCSpartanburg, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Stokes Kia
Goose Creek, SC · 5 verified quotes
Subaru of Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC · 21 verified quotes
Stivers Hyundai
Columbia, SC · 14 verified quotes
Ford of Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC · 11 verified quotes
Mazda of Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC · 8 verified quotes
Fort Mill Hyundai
Fort Mill, SC · 4 verified quotes
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC · 3 verified quotes
Autonation Hyundai Columbia
Columbia, SC · 15 verified quotes
Lexus of Greenville
Greenville, SC · 15 verified quotes
Piedmont Honda
Anderson, SC · 10 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Hilton Head
Hardeeville, SC · 5 verified quotes
Dick Smith Ford
Columbia, SC · 3 verified quotes
Hyundai of Greenville
Greenville, SC · 21 verified quotes
Spartanburg Toyota
Spartanburg, SC · 13 verified quotes
Midlands Honda
Columbia, SC · 5 verified quotes
Terry Lambert Hyundai
Beech Island, SC · 5 verified quotes
Dick Smith
Columbia, SC · 4 verified quotes
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet
Clover, SC · 4 verified quotes
Kia Country of Hilton Head
Okatie, SC · 4 verified quotes
Mcdaniels Ford
Orangeburg, SC · 3 verified quotes
South Carolina doc fee law
South Carolina law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $225. A doc fee above that level on a South Carolina quote is worth challenging before you sign.
South Carolina Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in South Carolina?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 248 rated South Carolina dealers is $529, based on 1,158 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps South Carolina doc fees at approximately $225.
Who are the best car dealers in South Carolina?
Walterboro Ford, Toyota of Easley, Steve White Volkswagen lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 169 of 315 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 $529. 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.