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Mickley Garage vs a local Hexham doorstep sale

Mickley Garage is an independent garage and car dealer at Mickley Square, NE43 7BQ, on the A695 between Prudhoe and Stocksfield in the South Tyne Valley. They specialise in family diesels, carry a wide range of used cars in stock, and also buy cars for cash directly.

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About Mickley Garage

Mickley Garage is run by Alan and offers new and used car sales alongside a full workshop providing servicing, MOT testing, and taxi testing for all makes. They use genuine dealer parts where required. Their position on the A695 makes them easily accessible from both Hexham and Prudhoe. They have extensive trade contacts and will actively try to source specific vehicles on request if they do not have something in stock.

Location and hours: Mickley Square, Mickley, NE43 7BQ. On the A695 between Prudhoe and Stocksfield, approximately 10 miles east of Hexham. Phone: 01661 842358 or 07966 447960.

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Doorstep collection at your address

  • Share registration, mileage, condition and postcode
  • We give you a clear offer and agree a collection time
  • We collect from your address and complete DVLA steps on-site
  • Bank transfer confirmed before we leave your drive
  • Non-runners, failed MOTs, SORN all accepted
  • No branch visit, no admin fees, no deductions
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How the Independent dealer route works

Mickley Garage buy cars for cash and also through part exchange. Their website states "We buy cars for cash!" alongside their standard selling enquiry route. Contact Alan directly on 01661 842358 or 07966 447960 with your vehicle details. As a small independent with on-site workshop capacity, they are familiar with a range of conditions and can assess mechanical state themselves, which can sometimes work in the seller's favour on higher-mileage or older vehicles.

  • Confirm whether a site visit or appointment is required
  • Check the offer validity period and any conditions
  • Clarify payment method and timing before committing
  • Ask about any deductions or inspection adjustments

What Mickley Garage look for

Mickley Garage specialise in family diesels, so diesel estates, hatchbacks and SUVs in the mid-price range are their natural interest. They carry a varied stock for local buyers and their buying appetite reflects what sells in the Tyne Valley market. Condition and price are both factors, and their workshop background means mechanical issues are assessed directly rather than estimated.

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  • All makes and models
  • High mileage and older vehicles
  • Failed MOT and SORN
  • Non-runners and fault warning lights
  • Partial or no service history
  • Body damage and wear
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When each option suits

A doorstep sale suits when

  • You want collection from home without travelling to a branch
  • The car has faults, failed MOT, is a non-runner or SORN
  • You need certainty of payment on the same day
  • You are in Hexham, the Tyne Valley or surrounding areas
  • You have already had a dealer valuation and want to compare
  • You want DVLA paperwork handled at point of collection

Mickley Garage suits when

Mickley Garage is a convenient option for sellers in Prudhoe, Stocksfield, Mickley or along the A695 corridor who want a direct cash transaction with a long-established local independent. For sellers in Hexham or further west, the drive to Mickley may not be necessary if home collection is available. For non-runners or SORN vehicles where driving to Mickley is not possible, a collection service with transporter is needed.

Family diesels and the local market

Mickley Garage's stated speciality in family diesels reflects real local demand. The Tyne Valley is rural, distances between towns are longer than in urban areas, and diesel engines historically suited this driving pattern. Estate and hatchback diesels from Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen and similar manufacturers tend to move well locally. If your car is a mid-size diesel in reasonable order, Mickley Garage's direct market knowledge makes them a relevant buyer to contact alongside others.

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Why local sellers choose us

Collection

Free

Hexham and Tyne Valley

Payment

At collection

Bank transfer confirmed on-site

Admin fees

None

No deductions

Conditions

All accepted

MOT fails, non-runners, SORN

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Common questions

Do you collect from my home address?
Yes. We collect from your address across Hexham, the Tyne Valley and surrounding areas. No branch visit or appointment away from home is needed.
Do you buy non-runners and failed MOT vehicles?
Yes. Failed MOTs, non-runners, SORN vehicles, warning lights and cosmetic damage are all assessed. We give you a clear price before committing.
How quickly do you pay?
Payment is by bank transfer confirmed at your address in most cases. Funds are verified before we leave.
Are there admin fees or deductions?
No admin deductions on straightforward purchases. If you use our Sale-or-Return route, all terms are agreed before we start.
What paperwork do I need?
V5C logbook and one photo ID. Service history helps with valuation but is not essential. We complete the DVLA steps at collection.
What is the difference between your valuation and a dealer part exchange?
A dealer part exchange values your car as a cost to offset against a new purchase. A direct cash offer values it as a standalone transaction. The two figures can differ significantly for the same car.

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Three steps from enquiry to payment

Share details, receive a clear offer, agree a collection slot. We handle DVLA paperwork at handover.

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