Best Car Dealers Near South Portland, ME

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 4 of 7 car dealers near South Portland, ME from 15 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $758.

Data updated Jul 28, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 4 dealers with verified quotes.

$758
Avg Doc Fee
ME avg: $552
75%
No Add-ons
92/100
Avg Score
15
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in ME

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in ME is $552. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 75% of dealers near South Portland 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 South Portland FAQ

What is the best car dealer near South Portland, ME?

Pape Chevrolet (South Portland, ME) is the highest-graded dealer near South Portland on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 96/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near South Portland charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near South Portland, ME charge an average documentation fee of $758, compared to a ME state average of $552 — based on 15 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near South Portland?

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 South Portland are verified.