Best Car Dealers in South Carolina
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 317 of 1065 South Carolina car dealers from 1,167 verified out-the-door quotes. South Carolina's average doc fee is $526.
172 of 317 rated South Carolina dealers earn an A · 79 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 9, 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 317 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$27 below the South Carolina average
- A94/1002026
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC
3 verified quotes$599doc feeNo add-ons
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1065 dealers →Toyota of Greenville
Greenville, SC
$127 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesWalterboro Ford
CarEdge CertifiedWalterboro, SC
$27 below the South Carolina average
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota of Easley
Easley, SC
$301 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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More Dealers in South Carolina
Grainger Nissan of Beaufort
Beaufort, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Grand Strand Nissan
Myrtle Beach, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
King Buick GMC
Florence, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lake Keowee
Seneca, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lake Keowee Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Seneca, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lake Keowee Ford
Seneca, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lot Two Auto Sales
Conway, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mike Reichenbach Ford Lincoln
SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mk Motors LLC
Moncks Corner, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Nissan Greenville
Greenville, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Partins Auto Sales LLC
Sumter, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pay Day Auto Sales
Sumter, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Raceway Ford of Hartsville
Hartsville, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rad Wheels LLC
Greer, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ravenel Ford Inc
Ravenel, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Real Deals of Florence, LLC
Effingham, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Santee
Manning, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
South Strand Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Pawleys Island, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Stokes Toyota Beaufort
Beaufort, SC · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Tismoe Auto Ltd. Co.
Kingstree, 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 251 rated South Carolina dealers is $526, based on 1,167 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. 172 of 317 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 $526. 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.