Freehold Garage & MOT Station

Carzone Garage Ltd – Lockerbie, Scotland

Freehold Garage Premises with Redevelopment Potential

Asking Price: £225,000

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: £225,000
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