Best Car Dealers Near Albany, NY

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 4 of 31 car dealers near Albany, NY from 27 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $205.

Data updated Jul 15, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 4 dealers with verified quotes.

$205
Avg Doc Fee
NY avg: $232
25%
No Add-ons
88/100
Avg Score
27
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in NY

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in NY is $232. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Watch for add-ons: Only 25% of dealers here charge no add-ons. Review your OTD quote carefully.
  • 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.

Car Dealers Near Albany FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Albany, NY?

Depaula Ford (Albany, NY) is the highest-graded dealer near Albany on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 99/100, based on 13 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Albany charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Albany, NY charge an average documentation fee of $205, compared to a NY state average of $232 — based on 27 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Albany?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Albany are verified.