Welcome to John Darke Ltd

John Darke Ltd has been putting our customers first for over 80 years.  We are a family-run company that prides itself on offering a fair, open and personal approach to doing business.

Based in the historic market town of Louth we offer an extensive stock of Ford and Volvo used vehicles, alongside a Ford Approved and Independent Volvo Service Centre, insurance approved bodyshop and vehicle hire.

Whatever you are looking for, we welcome you to the John Darke website and look forward to providing you with the best possible customer service.

Latest Used Vehicles

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Ford Focus
£7,790
£176.04 (HP Finance Example)
999 CC
34478 Miles
Petrol
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Ford Puma
£13,290
£199.3 (PCP Finance Example)
999 CC
29402 Miles
Petrol
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Fiat 500C
£10,490
£195.57 (PCP Finance Example)
999 CC
10980 Miles
Petrol
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Audi A1
£8,990
£203.16 (HP Finance Example)
1395 CC
56519 Miles
Petrol
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MINI Countryman
£16,990
£383.97 (HP Finance Example)
1499 CC
27096 Miles
Petrol
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Jaguar I-PACE
£16,290
£368.15 (HP Finance Example)
CC
46401 Miles
Electric
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Ford Focus
£15,990
£361.37 (HP Finance Example)
1997 CC
28210 Miles
Diesel
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Ford Fiesta
£15,390
£347.81 (HP Finance Example)
1497 CC
25424 Miles
Petrol
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Volvo XC40
£20,790
£469.85 (HP Finance Example)
1969 CC
70024 Miles
Petrol Hybrid
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Our team are always glad to help with your enquiry. You can reach us via phone, email or you can visit us at our showroom.

Latest News
Celebrating 80 Years of John Darke Ltd
02 / 01 / 2026
In 2026, John Darke Ltd proudly celebrates 80 years of trading, marking a major milestone in our history and in the communities we serve.
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Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day 2025
11 / 12 / 2025
Many of the team supported the charity today
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Mike joins the team
11 / 12 / 2025
Introducing Mike to John Darke Ltd ....
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850 T5-R Comes Home to John Darke!
23 / 07 / 2025
Darren from Barnsley called in to show us his pride and joy, a rare Volvo 850 T5-R. The car was originally purchased from our Louth…
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Customer Reviews
Sales  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
They were the best dealership to work. They managed to find TMV Logistics to deliver our car - amazing professional service 👏! Over 400 miles, door to door. I'd definitely recommend John Darke and Lee from TMV Logistics. Amazing - thank you
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Lucy Brown  |  02/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Great friendly team at John Darkes always happy to help
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David Shaw  |  05/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Always great service from the team at Darkes
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Mark Tingey  |  28/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Straight forward and very accommodating. No hard sell. All round good experience
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Phillip Ward  |  25/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Thee is nothing that you need to do. I was very impressed and will return to you in the future.
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Graham Westmore  |  18/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Excellent caring service.
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Julie Wilson  |  18/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
First time I’d had a video done, very helpful, I would recommend to others
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Stuart Grantham  |  14/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Excellent service and communication
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Gary Clark  |  14/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Quick and efficient, filmed check up and rang a week later to see if all ok
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James Slowley  |  11/12/2025
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Good friendly service
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David Stokes  |  11/12/2025
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A16 Garage, Grimsby Road, Louth, Lincolnshire, LN11 0EA
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