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 ZS
£15,990
£234.39 (PCP Finance Example)
1498 CC
48 Miles
Petrol
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Kia Sportage
£10,790
£243.84 (HP Finance Example)
1598 CC
62261 Miles
Diesel
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Ford Ranger
£11,990 No VAT
Finance Example TBC
2198 CC
91046 Miles
Diesel
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Kia XCeed
£14,990
£238.56 (PCP Finance Example)
1482 CC
48250 Miles
Petrol
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Vauxhall Insignia
£11,990
£270.96 (HP Finance Example)
1956 CC
26822 Miles
Diesel
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Ford Focus
£13,690
£311.89 (HP Finance Example)
999 CC
29239 Miles
Petrol
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Ford Puma
£19,990
£299.66 (PCP Finance Example)
999 CC
4860 Miles
Petrol Hybrid
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Ford Focus
£7,690
£173.78 (HP Finance Example)
999 CC
38528 Miles
Petrol
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Vauxhall Mokka X
£8,990
£203.16 (HP Finance Example)
1364 CC
44056 Miles
Petrol
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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  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
From start to finish, the service was excellent. Much better than my previous Ford garage in Lincoln. It was worth the drive for the quality, personal service
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Colin Brown  |  19/02/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Although a new part was required the service and MOT were all completed on the same day. I was kept informed of progress by the friendly team at John Darke
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Garry Dunnings  |  12/02/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Efficient service and friendly staff
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Martin Smith  |  05/02/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Pleasant staff, coffee whilst we waited, vehicle ready on time as we waited. Follow up phone call to ensure all is ok
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Colin Playle  |  29/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Prompt, easy to deal with, car handed back cleaned
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Maria Davidson  |  29/01/2026
Service  |  5 out of 5 Star Rating
Fantastic customer service, went above and beyond diagnosing my car. Would definitely recommend this place
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Mohammed Hassan  |  27/01/2026
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
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A16 Garage, Grimsby Road, Louth, Lincolnshire, LN11 0EA
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