The short version
- Typical range: £18 – £100
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Tools & DIY
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used sander is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for sanders, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £100 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £85 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £65 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £45 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £25 | 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 sander
- Working dust extraction ports
- Hook-and-loop pads still gripping
- Recognised trade brands with pads available
- Variable speed control
What lowers it
- Worn pads that no longer hold abrasive
- Blocked or broken extraction ports
- Failed bearings causing vibration
- Cheap unbranded sanders
How to work out what yours is worth
- Press abrasive onto the pad and check it grips
- Run it and feel for excessive vibration
- Confirm the dust bag or port adaptor is present
Once you have those three answers you can place your own sander 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 wears out on a sander?
The hook-and-loop pad. Once it stops gripping, abrasive spins off and the sander is unusable until repadded.
Can pads be replaced?
On recognised brands yes, and cheaply. Say whether replacements are available for your model.
Does dust extraction matter?
Yes, both for the finish and for health. A blocked or broken port is a real deduction.
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