BC dealer fees explained: What you're actually paying for

Fees at a BC dealership

Documentation fee ($599–$799 — varies by dealer)

Covers the administrative cost of processing paperwork: title transfer, registration, PPSA search and registration, and ICBC transaction. At Morrey Nissan, this is $699. It's a real cost, not arbitrary padding — but it is a profit-bearing line item for some dealers.

Negotiable? Sometimes a dealer will bundle it into pricing, but rarely waives it.

GST (5%)

Federal goods and services tax applies to the full purchase price including most fees. Non-negotiable.

BC PST (7% new / varies used)

New vehicles: 7% PST on the purchase price. Used vehicles: Sliding PST rate based on purchase price:

• Under $55,000: 12%
• $55,000–$55,999: 15%
• $56,000–$56,999: 18%
• And so on — rates escalate sharply at higher values

Used car tip: A $54,999 purchase price incurs 12% PST. A $55,000 purchase incurs 15%. The difference is significant on a mid-range used vehicle.

Tire levy ($7.80 — provincial)

BC charges a small tire levy on each tire sold to fund tire recycling programs. Non-negotiable; not a dealer profit item.

Luxury surtax (BC — on new vehicles)

New vehicles priced over $125,000 face an additional provincial surtax. Applies to some Armada Platinum trims.

PPSA (Personal Property Security Act registration)

If you're financing, the lender registers a security interest in the vehicle. Cost is $0–$80 depending on the transaction. Often included in the documentation fee.

Fuel surcharge

Some dealers charge $50–$150 for a full tank. Confirm whether it's included in the price.

What isn't a fee you should see

• "Nitrogen tire inflation" charges (air is free)
• "Paint protection" or "fabric protection" you didn't ask for and aren't disclosed upfront
• Dealer markup (ADM) above MSRP — common during supply shortages; rare now

At Morrey Nissan

Our pricing shows the documented fees upfront. You'll see the documentation fee ($699), taxes, and the tire levy before you sign. No surprises at the finance desk.