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Used car dealer fees in Florida
Buying a used car in Florida, expect a documentation fee (no cap; ~$700–$1,000 typical), sales tax of 6% state + county surtax, a title fee around $78, and registration (~$28–$46/yr + one-time $225 new-plate fee). Everything beyond those four lines deserves scrutiny before you sign.
- Doc fee
- No cap; ~$700–$1,000 typical
- Sales tax
- 6% state + county surtax
- Title fee
- ~$78
- Registration
- ~$28–$46/yr + one-time $225 new-plate fee
Frequently asked
Is the doc fee capped in Florida?
No. Florida does not cap the documentation fee, and dealers commonly charge ~$700–$1,000 typical. The fee itself is rarely dropped, so negotiate the out-the-door total instead.
How much is sales tax on a used car in Florida?
6% state + county surtax. Tax is a government charge, not dealer profit — but check that it is calculated on the correct price, with any trade-in credit applied where Florida allows it.
Which dealer fees can I refuse in Florida?
Government charges (sales tax, title, registration) are fixed. Everything else — doc fee, dealer prep, VIN etching, paint protection, nitrogen tires, appearance packages — is dealer profit. You may not get individual lines removed, but you can negotiate the out-the-door total down to offset them, or walk away.
What is a fair out-the-door price in Florida?
Take the agreed vehicle price, add Florida's tax (6% state + county surtax), title (~$78), and registration, plus a doc fee in line with no cap; ~$700–$1,000 typical. If the quote is meaningfully above that math, ask the dealer to walk you through every added line.
Figures are typical published amounts as of 2026-07-03 and can change with legislation or local rates. Always verify current caps, tax rates, and fees with the Florida DMV or your county before signing.