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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MG MG HS
£17,990
£253.62 (PCP Finance Example)
1496 CC
11800 Miles
Petrol
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Subaru Forester
£23,990
£388.04 (PCP Finance Example)
1995 CC
25344 Miles
Petrol Hybrid
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Ford Puma
£15,790
£233.84 (PCP Finance Example)
999 CC
29401 Miles
Petrol Hybrid
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Ford Transit Custom
£20,990 No VAT
£474.37 (HP Finance Example)
1997 CC
72961 Miles
Diesel
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Ford Ranger
£28,490 Ex VAT
Finance Example TBC
1996 CC
21675 Miles
Diesel
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Ford Tourneo Custom
£39,990 Ex VAT
Finance Example TBC
1997 CC
6993 Miles
Diesel
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Volvo XC40
£15,790
£356.85 (HP Finance Example)
1477 CC
86526 Miles
Petrol
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Ford Kuga
£19,990
£316.26 (PCP Finance Example)
2496 CC
16431 Miles
Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
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Toyota C-HR
£22,390
£334.38 (PCP Finance Example)
1798 CC
27459 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
Service  |  4 out of 5 Star Rating
I found my experience very good with John Darkes ford garage Louth . I was surprised to get a call from the service team to ask if my car was running ok still . Which I found really good
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Andrew Fawcett  |  25/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Good communication and very professional
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Simon Oliver  |  25/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Everything was very professional and satisfactory. Thanks
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Jeffrey Gifford  |  23/01/2026
Service  |  4 out of 5 Star Rating
Trying to remedy problem with gearbox in Fiesta recently purchased by my wife. However the situation is becoming frustrating as Ford seem to be dragging their feet. The service staff seem to be doing their best but the whole issue is with Ford themselves
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David Holden  |  22/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
John Darke offer a brilliant service, nothing is too much trouble and they have a fantastic customer experience and follow up
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Joanne Evans  |  22/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Whole process was smooth and efficient, problem fixed to my satisfaction and the interior of the car looked cleaner when I collected it than when I dropped it off
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Paula Frazer  |  16/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Very professional the car came back immaculately clean and the service was on time and car back when they said it would be
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Anthony Short  |  15/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Purchased extended warranty for 2 years, much better price than was offered to me direct from Ford Protect
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Peter Ramsden  |  15/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
The staff are so helpful
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Caroline Reason  |  15/01/2026
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
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