Iconic Freehold Garage & MOT Station with Full Equipment for Sale in Lockerbie
Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
630727
- Reference
GO4020 / Rightbiz
- Call Agent:
- Freehold: £175,000
- Turnover: Not Applicable
- Profit: Not Applicable
Key Features
- Fully Fitted
- Accounts Available
- Prime Location
- Small Business
Business Details
Freehold Garage & MOT Station
Carzone Garage Ltd – Lockerbie, Scotland
Freehold Garage Premises with Redevelopment Potential
Asking Price: £175,000
INTRODUCTION
Goodwins Business Brokers are delighted to present to the market an exceptional freehold opportunity in the heart of Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway. Formerly operating as Carzone Garage Ltd, this site benefits from a longstanding reputation in the local area and offers a range of possibilities for both business operators and property investors.
Although the garage has ceased trading, the brand name, physical premises, and legacy goodwill still hold significant value. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a commercial freehold property with a strong trading history, prominent roadside visibility, and the flexibility to relaunch or repurpose.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
✅ Freehold commercial premises in a central Lockerbie location
✅ Formerly trading motor repair business with legacy goodwill
✅ Includes any remaining fixtures, equipment, and branding
✅ Ideal for garage re-opening, MOT centre, tyre bay, or body shop
✅ Potential for redevelopment or alternative commercial use (subject to planning)
PROPERTY & LOCATION
📍 Address: Carzone Garage Ltd, 5 Townhead Street, Lockerbie, DG11 2AG
🔑 Tenure: Freehold
🌐 Location Highlights:
Located just off the A74(M) motorway, providing excellent regional connectivity
Strong local footfall and vehicle traffic
Lockerbie is a thriving market town with a stable population and strong community ties
The site is situated within a mixed commercial and residential zone, suitable for multiple use classes (STP)
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
🏢 Trading Status: Ceased trading (assets and brand included)
🧰 Business Assets: Includes any remaining workshop equipment, customer base records, and branding
🗓️ Established Use: Longstanding use as an MOT station, vehicle service and repair garage
🛠️ Goodwill: Recognised brand with historical reputation in Lockerbie and surrounding areas
💡 Opportunity:
Immediate reopening by a motor trade buyer
Refitting into a modern auto centre or MOT station
Alternatively, repurposing for trade counter, storage, or alternative commercial use (STP)
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
💷 Asking Price: £175,000
Includes:
✅ Freehold title
✅ Residual business goodwill and brand
✅ Fixtures and fittings (as seen)
Reflects the strong market value of the building and potential to regenerate the business
WHO THIS OPPORTUNITY SUITS
🔧 Motor Trade Professionals: Mechanics, MOT testers or bodywork specialists seeking their own premises
🏢 Commercial Property Investors: Seeking income-generating property or value-add opportunities
🔨 Developers: With vision to convert or adapt the site for alternative uses
🧱 Business Owners: Requiring storage, workshop, or showroom space in a central location
CONTACT & VIEWING ARRANGMENTS
For more information or to arrange a confidential viewing, please contact:
📞 0330 236 7030
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.goodwinsbrokers.co.uk
Contact Agent
Listing Statistics
Advert Statistics Graph
Contact the seller for more details, or book a viewing
Stay Safe
Do not pay any deposit to private sellers upfront. If you are looking to purchase a business, we advise that any deposits or transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Do not share confidential information with any private sellers, including your home address, account passwords, bank accounts and credit card information.
Stay Safe
The vast majority of these scams involve the transfer of substantial sums of money. We advise all transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Send a test amount before you consider handing over a large amount of funds. Maybe even try transferring £1, and then speaking to your solicitor to confirm receipt.
Stay Safe
Do not disclose proof of funds directly to the sellers. If the sellers request you to show proof of funds, we advise that it is done through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Buying a business is not covered by consumer rights legislation. It is your responsibility to acquire a business that holds up in quality and agreement.
Stay Safe
Fraudsters will typically use false news in an attempt to get you to act quickly. For example, 'Your account has been disabled. Reset your password now.'.
Stay Safe
Review the performance of a business to make appropriate financial projections. Some businesses are dormant or not trading, so it is essential to check their short and long-term potential.
Stay Safe
Legitimate emails from Rightbiz will be with the domain @rightbiz.co.uk. However, emails from [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected] are not affiliated with Rightbiz.
Be safe, use a Rightbiz Solicitor
Contact seller
Stay Safe
Do not pay any deposit to private sellers upfront. If you are looking to purchase a business, we advise that any deposits or transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Don't share confidential information with any private sellers, including your home address, account passwords, bank accounts and credit card information.
Stay Safe
The vast majority of these scams involve the transfer of substantial sums of money. We advise all transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Send a test amount before you consider handing over a large number of funds. Maybe even try transferring £1, and then speaking to your solicitor to confirm receipt.
Stay Safe
Do not disclose proof of funds directly to the sellers. If the sellers request you to show proof of funds, we advise that it is done through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Stay Safe
Buying a business is not covered by consumer rights legislation. It is your responsibility to acquire a business that holds up in quality and agreement.
Stay Safe
Fraudsters will typically use false news in an attempt to get you to act quickly. For example, 'Your account has been disabled. Reset your password now.'.
Stay Safe
Review the performance of a business to make appropriate financial projections. Some businesses are dormant or not trading, so it is essential to check their short and long-term potential.
Stay Safe
Legitimate emails from Rightbiz will be with the domain @rightbiz.co.uk. However, emails from [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected] are not affiliated with Rightbiz.
Be safe, use a Rightbiz Solicitor
Get Solicitor
