The short version
- Typical range: £6 – £30
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used polo shirt is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for polo shirts, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £30 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £25 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £19 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £13 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £7 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a polo shirt
- Recognised heritage and sportswear labels
- Collars that still stand rather than curl
- Pique cotton with no thinning
- All buttons present and matching
What lowers it
- Curled or misshapen collars
- Bobbling on the placket and under the arms
- Missing or replaced buttons
- Faded logos and embroidery
How to work out what yours is worth
- Stand the collar up and see whether it holds
- Check the placket buttons all match
- Inspect the underarms for thinning
Once you have those three answers you can place your own polo shirt on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
What do buyers check on a polo shirt?
The collar. A curled, misshapen collar is the most visible sign of wear and the hardest thing to disguise in photographs.
Can a curled collar be fixed?
Pressing helps temporarily but it usually returns. Photograph it as it is rather than styling around it.
Do polo brands matter?
Yes, more than in most casual clothing. Heritage labels hold value while unbranded polos sell for very little.
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