Dealer Fees in Minnesota
Real fee data from 58 verified buyer deals across 36 dealerships
$338
Avg Doc Fee
$350
State Cap
$150 – $1,115
Range Seen
Minnesota caps doc fees at $350
By state law, Minnesota dealerships cannot charge more than $350 for documentation. Many dealers charge less. The data below shows what dealers actually charge.
Capped at $350 as of July 2025 (or 10% of sale price if under $3,500)
Minnesota Dealers by Doc Fee (Lowest First)
| Dealer | City | Doc Fee | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Syverson | Albert Lea | $150 | 5 |
| Dave Syverson Auto Center | Albert Lea | $150 | 3 |
| Mills | Willmar | $275 | 3 |
| Morrie's | Minnetonka | $333 | 3 |
| Dondelinger | Baxter | $349 | 1 |
| Dahl Toyota | Winona | $349 | 2 |
| Inver Grove Honda | Inver Grove Heights | $350 | 2 |
| Hibbing Chrysler Center | Hibbing | $350 | 1 |
| Morrie's | Saint Paul | $350 | 2 |
| BMW of Minnetonka | Minnetonka | $350 | 1 |
| Motorwerks BMW | Minneapolis | $350 | 1 |
| Quality Toyota | Fergus Falls | $350 | 1 |
| Lexus of Maplewood | Maplewood | $350 | 1 |
| Fury Ford Waconia | Waconia | $350 | 2 |
| Morrie's | Inver Grove Heights | $350 | 2 |
| Eich Motor | Saint Cloud | $350 | 2 |
| Luther Brookdale Volkswagen | Minneapolis | $350 | 2 |
| Drive Vw of Duluth | Duluth | $350 | 2 |
| Luther Brookdale Mazda | Minneapolis | $350 | 1 |
| Morrie's | Hopkins | $350 | 1 |
| Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen Sales | Saint Paul | $350 | 1 |
| Tom Kadlec Honda | Rochester | $350 | 1 |
| St. Cloud Honda | Waite Park | $350 | 1 |
| Luther St. Cloud Honda | Waite Park | $350 | 1 |
| Luther Brookdale Honda | Minneapolis | $350 | 1 |
| Rochester Mazda | Rochester | $370 | 2 |
| Saxe Chevrolet | Belle Plaine | $450 | 1 |
| Gilleland Chevrolet | St Cloud | $1,115 | 1 |
Based on verified buyer deal sheets. Doc fees extracted from itemized fee breakdowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average dealer doc fee in Minnesota?
Based on 42 verified buyer deal sheets, the average documentation fee at Minnesota dealerships is $338. Actual fees range from $150 to $1,115.
What is the doc fee cap in Minnesota?
Minnesota caps dealer documentation fees at $350. Not all dealers charge the maximum — check individual dealer profiles for actual fees.
Are dealer fees negotiable in Minnesota?
Doc fees are generally fixed per dealership but you can negotiate the overall deal to offset them. Add-ons (paint protection, VIN etching, pro packs) are almost always negotiable — ask to have them removed.