Used leather jackets in Australia typically sell for A$57 to A$345 (about $40 to $240). Leather is judged by feel, and buyers cannot feel it through a screen — so the whole job is proving the hide is sound and the lining is intact.
What leather jackets are worth in Australia
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | A$345 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | A$293 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | A$224 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | A$155 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | A$86 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Intact stitching at the shoulders, cuffs and pockets
- Classic cuts that stay in demand across seasons
What pulls it down
- Bonded or faux leather, which flakes as it ages
- Broken or replaced zips
Selling a leather jacket in Australia
Bank transfer via PayID is instant and is what most private buyers will offer. Cash on collection remains common for larger items.
Australia Post covers everywhere, but distance pricing is real and interstate parcels cost meaningfully more than local ones.
WishThrift has not opened Australia for trading yet, so this page is a guide rather than a live marketplace — the category becomes browsable here the moment the first Australian sellers list.
Seasons are inverted relative to the UK and North America: warm-weather items move from September, and winter gear from around May.
Working out what yours is worth
- Check the label and feel the grain — real leather is uneven and warms to the touch
- Inspect the lining at the underarms where wear shows first
Getting it ready
- Work the zips. A seized main zip is the single most common reason a leather jacket sells cheap or not at all.
- Turn out the pockets and check the lining under the arms, which is where it splits first.
Photograph
- Full front with the jacket zipped, on a hanger so the shoulders sit properly
- A close-up of the leather surface in daylight, showing grain and any patina
- Every zip pull, plus any crack, scuff or repair
Put in the description
- Whether it is real leather, suede, sheepskin or faux — state this plainly
- Pit-to-pit and sleeve length, since leather has no give and sizing is unforgiving
- The lining condition, described honestly, including any splits
State the leather type and the cut, because both are searched: “Real Leather Biker Jacket, Black, Size 12” or “Sheepskin Flight Jacket, Brown, Large”. If it is faux, say faux in the title. Buyers who discover it at handover will walk away, and you will have wasted both your afternoons.
Strongest from September to November. A good biker or bomber in a common size usually sells within two to three weeks; unusual sizes and colours take longer but hold their price.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the A$345 a buyer pays is the A$345 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in Australia
Australia is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of Australia with their own page for leather jackets.
- Selling a leather jacket in Sydney
- Selling a leather jacket in Melbourne
- Selling a leather jacket in Brisbane
- Selling a leather jacket in Perth
- Selling a leather jacket in Adelaide
- Selling a leather jacket in Gold Coast
- Selling a leather jacket in Canberra
Common questions
Where can I sell a leather jacket in Australia?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer via PayID is instant and is what most private buyers will offer. Cash on collection remains common for larger items.
Is it real leather?
Answer directly and point to the photograph of the inner label. If you genuinely do not know, say that instead of guessing — a wrong claim ends the sale at the door.
Does a worn-in leather jacket sell for less?
Not necessarily. Genuine leather that has softened attractively often sells better than stiff, unworn examples. Cracking is the problem, not patina.
Can I sell a leather jacket with a broken zip?
Yes, but price it accordingly and say so. A replacement zip is a real cost, and buyers who find it unmentioned will ask for a refund.
More: how to sell a leather jacket, what leather jackets are worth, or Clothing across Australia.