Prominent Freehold Vacant Car Dealership of 13,182 sq ft on 0.7 Acres
Former Kendal Vauxhall Car showroom & Workshop, Mintsfeet Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6NN
Lot No: 16
Property Type: Commercial Property
Contract Type: Unconditional
Guide Price* £650,000
plus fees• Freehold car dealership of 13,182 sq ft
• Situated on a 0.7 acre (0.28 ha) site.
• Prominent frontage within the established Mintsfeet Industrial Estate, nearby occupiers include Screwfix, Suzuki & Eurocell
• Comprises showroom, workshop, offices, storage and valet bay.
• Capacity for approx. 55 cars.
• To be offered for sale via Knight Frank Auctions on 18th September 2025 (unless sold or withdrawn prior).
Property Description
Former Vauxhall Kendal Car Showroom provides a substantial car dealership facility in an accessible and visible location to the north of Kendal town centre.
The property is within Mintsfeet Industrial Estate and nearby occupiers include Suzuki Kendal, Bennetts Engineering, Eurocell Kendal, Screwfix, The Lakeland Tile & Bathroom Company, and S J Bennett Engineering.
The accommodation extends to 13,182 sq ft over ground and first floors, with a glazed-fronted showroom capable of displaying up to three vehicles, tiled floors, plastered walls and inset lighting. The adjoining areas comprise office space, a large workshop with 11 ramps and vehicle preparation areas, parts storage, and further first-floor offices with ancillary accommodation.
Externally, the site is laid to hardstanding, providing display, customer and storage parking for approximately 55 vehicles, alongside a wet valet facility.
Accommodation
Ground Floor: Showroom, offices, workshop, parts storage, ancillary, open valet – 11,763 sq ft (1,092.5 sq m)
First Floor & Mezzanine: Offices, ancillary, mezzanine – 1,419 sq ft (131.4 sq m)
Total: 13,182 sq ft (1,223.9 sq m)
Site Area: 0.7 acre (0.28 ha)
Tenure
Freehold
Tenancy
Vacant.
VAT
VAT is not applicable.
EPC Rating
Rating E
Viewings
Please contact Lucy Plumb ([email protected]).
Location
Kendal is a vibrant historic market town in South Cumbria, known as the southern gateway to the Lake District. The town benefits from excellent road and rail links, including proximity to the M6 and Oxenholme station, making it both easily accessible and a launchpad to the fells. The property sits within Mintsfeet Industrial Estate amidst a strong trade and commercial hub. Immediate neighbours include Suzuki Kendal, Bennetts Engineering, Eurocell Kendal, Screwfix, The Lakeland Tile & Bathroom Company, and S J Bennett Engineering.
Occupancy
Vacant
Tenure
Freehold
EPC Rating
Refer to legal pack
Auction Details: The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction and is being sold as on an Unconditional basis. Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale. All sales are subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Extra General Conditions. Auctioneer Fees and Deposit. The following deposits and non-refundable auctioneer fees apply: • 10% deposit of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £5,000. The deposit contributes to the purchase price. • Buyer’s Fee- is £1950 including VAT. This is only payable by the successful purchaser. There are no costs to bidding for the property. The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation of stamp duty liability. There may be additional fees contained within the Special Conditions of Sale, which can be viewed within the Legal Pack. You are strongly advised to read the Legal Pack carefully and take professional advice before bidding. Additional Information: For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the Knight Frank Auctions’ website. This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack. Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or – 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Auction Conduct Guide.
Auction Information
18 September 2025 11:30
The Knight Frank Auction will be broadcast live online with telephone and internet bidding
Lot Information
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