Local guide for new residents
Car dealerships near your new home
Most dealerships sit along Route 1 (Lewes to Milford), Route 113 (Georgetown and Millsboro) and Route 13 (Seaford to Dover). Delaware has no sales tax on cars, though there is a one-time document fee when you title one.
Dealerships
Hertrich Family of Dealerships
Milford & Seaford · Multiple brands
Includes Hertrich Toyota in Milford and Hertrich Buick GMC in Seaford.
Service
Atlantic Auto Repair
Bethany Beach & Millville · Auto repair
Best of Delaware 2026 and Coastal Style 2025: auto repair
Waves Car Wash
Sussex County · Car wash & detailing
Coastal Style 2025: car wash/detailing
New to Delaware? Title your car within 60 days
New residents have 60 days to get a Delaware driver's license and to title and register their vehicles at the DMV. Bring your out-of-state title, proof of insurance and ID. The DMV locations in Georgetown and Dover handle it.
Picks come from 2025 and 2026 readers' choice awards where noted, plus long-standing local favorites. No business paid to be listed and I'm not affiliated with any of them. Hours, locations and services change, so call ahead, and for home services confirm licensing and insurance and get more than one quote. Updated October 2026. Sources: Delaware Today Best of Delaware 2026, Coastal Style Best of 2025 (Sussex County), Delaware State Parks.
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