Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 316 of 1064 South Carolina car dealers from 1,162 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $531.
170 of 316 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 80 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 7, 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 316 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$32 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 1064 dealers →Walterboro Ford
CarEdge CertifiedWalterboro, SC
$32 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota of Easley
Easley, SC
$306 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesSteve White Volkswagen
Greenville, SC
$32 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
Fred Caldwell Chevrolet
Clover, SC · 4 verified quotes
Mcdaniels Ford
Orangeburg, SC · 3 verified quotes
Fort Mill Ford
Fort Mill, SC · 15 verified quotes
Jim Hudson Toyota
Irmo, SC · 13 verified quotes
Summerville Ford
Summerville, SC · 10 verified quotes
Genesis of Greer
Greer, SC · 4 verified quotes
Low Country Volkswagen
Mount Pleasant, SC · 4 verified quotes
Land Rover Hilton Head
Hardeeville, SC · 3 verified quotes
Hudson Nissan of Summerville
Summerville, SC · 17 verified quotes
Steve White Volkswagen Spartanburg
Spartanburg, SC · 13 verified quotes
Hyundai of Anderson
Anderson, SC · 9 verified quotes
Fred Anderson Acura
Greenville, SC · 7 verified quotes
Bob Mills
Darlington, SC · 3 verified quotes
Jts Kia of Columbia
Columbia, SC · 3 verified quotes
Honda of Columbia
Lexington, SC · 11 verified quotes
Stokes Hodges Ford
Graniteville, SC · 7 verified quotes
Volvo Cars Hilton Head
Bluffton, SC · 7 verified quotes
Benson Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Greer, SC · 3 verified quotes
Spartanburg Honda
Spartanburg, SC · 32 verified quotes
Fairway Lincoln
Greenville, SC · 4 verified quotes
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 249 rated South Carolina dealers is $531, based on 1,162 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?
Walterboro Ford, Toyota of Easley, Steve White Volkswagen lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 170 of 316 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 $531. 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.