Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 199 of 1023 South Carolina car dealers from 904 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $486.
114 of 199 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 23 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
23rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 199 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1023 dealers →Hendrick Ineos Grenadier
Charleston, SC
$261 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesConway Ford
Conway, SC
$192 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesCentury BMW MINI
Greenville, SC
$87 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBenson Ford
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Escude Nissan Of Greer
Greer, SCGreer, SC
East Coast Honda
Myrtle Beach, SCMyrtle Beach, SC
Master Chevrolet
Aiken, SCAiken, SC
Quality Kia Of Greenwood
Greenwood, SCGreenwood, SC
Toyota Of Easley
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Conway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Conway, SCConway, SC
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 199 rated South Carolina dealers is $486, based on 904 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?
Hendrick Ineos Grenadier, Conway Ford, Century BMW MINI lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 114 of 199 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 $486. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 57% 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.