Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 201 of 1020 South Carolina car dealers from 908 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $484.
116 of 201 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 22 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Palmetto State
South Carolina's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
21st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 201 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1020 dealers →Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Mount Pleasant, SC
$259 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesConway Ford
Conway, SC
$190 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesConway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Conway, SC
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLake Murray Mitsubishi
Irmo, SCIrmo, SC
Master Chevrolet
Aiken, SCAiken, SC
Quality Kia Of Greenwood
Greenwood, SCGreenwood, SC
Benson Ford
Easley, SCEasley, SC
Hendrick Ineos Grenadier
Charleston, SCCharleston, SC
Gaffney Buick GMC
Gaffney, SCGaffney, SC
Century BMW MINI
Greenville, SCGreenville, SC
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More Dealers in South Carolina
Walters Auto
Boiling Springs, SC
Wayne Heath Automotive Company
Aiken, SC
Wb's Auto Sales
Moncks Corner, SC
We Deal Autos
Spartanburg, SC
We've Got A Lot
Gaffney, SC
Welcome Auto Sales
Greenville, SC
Westgate CDJR Fiat Of Hartsville
Hartsville, SC
Wheelin-n-dealin Motors
Liberty, SC
Wheels & Deals
Myrtle Beach, SC
Wheels To Go Auto Sales
Greenville, SC
Wheely Wonderful
Conway, SC
Wholesale Outlet
Roebuck, SC
Wiles Auto Sales, Inc.
Anderson, SC
Willie Enterprises, Llc
Abbeville, SC
Wilson Chevrolet Inc
Winnsboro, SC
Windham Motor Company
Charleston, SC
Windham Motors
Florence, SC
Windsor Auto Sales
Charleston, SC
Woodrich Investments
Florence, SC
Woodruff Chevrolet Inc.
Woodruff, SC
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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 201 rated South Carolina dealers is $484, based on 908 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?
Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Conway Ford, Conway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram lead the South Carolina transparency rankings. 116 of 201 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 $484. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 58% 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.