Best Car Dealers Near Clearwater, FL

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 25 of 66 car dealers near Clearwater, FL from 157 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $844.

Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 25 dealers with verified quotes.

$844
Avg Doc Fee
FL avg: $913
56%
No Add-ons
83/100
Avg Score
157
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in FL

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in FL is $913. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 56% of dealers near Clearwater 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.

Car Dealers Near Clearwater FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Clearwater, FL?

Autonation Chevrolet South Clearwater (Clearwater, FL) is the highest-graded dealer near Clearwater on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 98/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Clearwater charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Clearwater, FL charge an average documentation fee of $844, compared to a FL state average of $913 — based on 157 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Clearwater?

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 Clearwater are verified.