Need some extra pocket money? Heres 6 surprisingly popular items you can sell on eBay

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Thu, 09 Sep 2021 03:58:15 +0000

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If youve got any of these items at home, you may be amazed at how easily you can turn them into cash with eBay.

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If youve ever shopped online in Australia, theres a good chance youve purchased items via eBay it is, after all, the worlds biggest marketplace
for buying and selling both brand new and second-hand items. But have you
ever considered how it can turn your pre-loved items into quick cash?

If youve got unwanted items at home that are in good condition (or perhaps even unopened), before you consider throwing them away or burying them deeper in storage, its absolutely worth taking a look on eBay Australia to see if other people are selling similar items, and finding out what kinds of prices theyre getting.

Below, weve uncovered six rather surprising types of items that people are selling second-hand on the great online marketplace, many of which are worth an unexpected amount of dosh.

If you need some inspiration, take a gander at the below ideas to see if
youve got any unassuming treasure troves lying in wait in your home and if you do, jump over to eBays Seller hub to get set up and start selling! (Image credit: Shutterstock) Pre-loved clothing and shoes

Lets face it weve all been guilty of buying items of clothing or shoes and then only wearing them once or twice before deciding they dont suit your style. The good news is that these personal fashion faux pas dont need to
hang in your wardrobe unused (or get tucked away in storage) theres every chance that they can live a happy second life, and make you some cash by
doing so!

Obviously the amount youll get for selling fashion items will vary greatly depending on both their condition and their original value but if you have, say, some barely-worn kicks from bigger brands like Timberland, Dr. Martens, Nike or Adidas, these can make for great candidates in the shoe category.

Same goes for articles of clothing items from iconic fashion brands can fetch a pretty penny, especially if theyre in great condition. Mentioning how many times theyve been worn, or the reason for selling (unwanted gift, or wrong size) can be a great way to put the buyer at ease too.

When listing shoes, be sure to be clear about their size (as it can vary in different regions and for different genders) as well as the overall
condition. If youre a sneaker collector, youll have an even better chance
with limited edition and rare shoes. (Image credit: Aakash Jhaveri) Unwanted gifts

This is certainly a broad category, but its all the more likely to fit something youve got at home as a result kitchen appliances, camping and outdoor gear, or even tech items like headphones, smart home kit and
Bluetooth speakers.

If youre not stoked with a gift and you just cant return it (whether it be politeness or a strict return policy), theres a good chance youll find
someone else who will be thrilled to own it, and to do so without paying full retail price.

If your items still in its original packaging, all the better, as potential buyers will know just how unused it truly is. If not, being able to include the box, instructions and any other original accessories will still help you
a great deal when selling it on.

As always, take a look at what price others are asking for similar items and, if its still sealed in its packaging, take a look at what stores are selling it for new and adjust down (slightly) accordingly. (Image credit: Future)
Film cameras

You might think it a dead medium, but film cameras (whether it be 35mm or medium format) are a hot item among the right communities, and their resale value has risen dramatically over the past few years.

If youve got a feeling you may have one sitting around, even if its a rather inexpensive point-and-shoot, its often well worth the time to investigate
what your model sells for these days.

Wed make one important note with this category: youll get more dosh for a film-tested camera (one thats recently been used and shown as working), but buyers are often willing to take a gamble and even may buy broken cameras for parts, especially if a working model sells for a large amount. (Image credit: Future) Old video game consoles

If you were a kid growing up in the 90s or indeed a parent of such a kid theres a decent chance youll have a classic game console hiding somewhere in storage, such as the Nintendo 64 or the original Sony PlayStation.

Old-school consoles such as these have serious nostalgic value, and many people are willing to pay a few hundred dollars to get their hands on one again.

If you have controllers, game cartridges, discs or a limited-edition console, even better. But what if your old console is broken? Well, you might be surprised to learn that broken consoles of all kinds sell well on eBay.

Thats because people often buy them for parts to repair their own systems, or because they want to fix them up and turn a profit just be sure to list it
as broken or for parts if thats the case. (Image credit: Carol Yepes / Getty Images) Vintage toys

There comes a time when children outgrow their toys, but instead of storing them away, theres a great many that will sell well on eBay, especially
vintage toys. Whether its a Barbie or Cabbage Patch doll, or a well-preserved French bb doll, its worth taking a look at its value.

There are some dolls, like Raggedy Anns and German dolly-faced dolls (made of porcelain) that can fetch a very good price. Even old doll houses can be collector items, depending on the condition. Old board games, too, have value
Mah-jong sets, Ludo, Snakes & Ladders, Dominoes, you could make some good money from them. (Image credit: Dinodia Photo / Getty Images) Tools and car parts

Have you got a shed full of miscellaneous tools that never see use, or have since been replaced? How about old car parts, maybe fittings or engine components, that have been upgraded?

Theres a good chance someone out there is looking for these items, whether they need a specific part to patch up their car more affordably, or to stock up their own toolshed without splurging on a shiny new set.

When selling tools, its worth looking up what your brand sells for, as youll certainly get more for known names that have a reputation for longevity just be sure to mention any signs of wear if any are present.

As for car parts, its essential you specify the make, model, and ideally year of manufacture of the car it came from, along with its condition especially if it was taken out of the car due to being broken in some way or another.

Of course, thats not all you can sell on eBay theres a huge variety of second-hand items on offer across thousands of different categories, so use your imagination and have a hunt around in your own home chances are youll a few surprisingly profitable items squirrelled away, just waiting for a new owner!

Got some ideas of your own? Click here to get start selling on eBay today!



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