Dealer Fees in Ohio
Real fee data from 115 verified buyer deals across 71 dealerships
$422
Avg Doc Fee
$387
State Cap
$250 – $1,373
Range Seen
Ohio caps doc fees at $387
By state law, Ohio dealerships cannot charge more than $387 for documentation. Many dealers charge less. The data below shows what dealers actually charge.
Capped at $387 or 10% of sale price, whichever is lower
Ohio Dealers by Doc Fee (Lowest First)
Based on verified buyer deal sheets. Doc fees extracted from itemized fee breakdowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
Based on 109 verified buyer deal sheets, the average documentation fee at Ohio dealerships is $422. Actual fees range from $250 to $1,373.
What is the doc fee cap in Ohio?
Ohio caps dealer documentation fees at $387. Not all dealers charge the maximum — check individual dealer profiles for actual fees.
Are dealer fees negotiable in Ohio?
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.