Buying a car is already expensive. The frustrating part is that many dealerships try to squeeze extra profit out of the deal with fees that sound official, “required,” or even safety-related.
Some fees are legitimate (sales tax, government registration, and a real documentation fee in many states). But a surprising number are optional add-ons dressed up like mandatory charges.
Continue reading for 12 dealership fees you should almost never pay, why they exist, and what to say instead.
