Used parkas in Australia typically sell for A$48 to A$230 (about $34 to $160). Parkas are bought for genuine cold, so the details that sell yours are the fill, whether the hood fur is real or faux, and whether it is actually waterproof.
What parkas are worth in Australia
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | A$230 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | A$195 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | A$149 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | A$103 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | A$57 | 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
- Fur or faux-fur trim present and intact
- Recognised outdoor and heritage brands
What pulls it down
- Missing or matted trim, which is costly to replace
- Failed two-way zips
Selling a parka 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’s second-hand market is strongly local and strongly seasonal, with most activity concentrated in the eastern capitals and buyers who expect to collect.
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.
Australia is a pre-launch market, so it is worth saying what a seller here should expect when it does open. Distance dominates everything: interstate parcels cost several times a metro delivery, and bulky items effectively only sell within a city. Most trade concentrates in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, and buyers in those cities expect to collect rather than wait. Seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, so listings that follow UK or US timing arrive exactly half a year out of step — warm weather items want September, not March, and winter gear moves from around May.
Working out what yours is worth
- Work the zip from both ends
- Comb the trim and photograph it
Getting it ready
- Check the hood, its fur trim and whether both detach, plus every zip, popper and drawcord.
- Test whether water still beads on the outer, and say honestly if the coating has washed off.
Photograph
- Full length on a hanger, zipped, hood up
- The hood and fur trim, showing the attachment
- Cuffs, hem and any stain, tear or worn area
Put in the description
- Fill type and, for down, the fill power or down percentage
- Whether the hood and fur trim detach, and whether the fur is real or faux
- Pit-to-pit and full length
Fill, features and size: “Down Filled Parka with Detachable Faux Fur Hood, Khaki, Size L”. Fill type is the warmth signal buyers search on. Say whether the fur is real or faux — buyers care both ways and it is not something to leave ambiguous.
A short window from October to January, and prices drop sharply after. Storing until autumn is worth real money if you have missed it.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the A$230 a buyer pays is the A$230 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 parkas.
- Selling a parka in Sydney
- Selling a parka in Melbourne
- Selling a parka in Brisbane
- Selling a parka in Perth
- Selling a parka in Adelaide
- Selling a parka in Gold Coast
- Selling a parka in Canberra
Common questions
Where can I sell a parka 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 the fur real?
Check the base of the trim: real fur grows from skin, synthetic is stitched into a backing. Photograph it and say which.
Is a missing fur trim a problem?
Yes, it is one of the most expensive parts to replace and very visible. Be clear whether yours is present.
How do I refresh a parka before selling?
Comb the trim, air it out and check the fill has not clumped. A proper down wash restores loft if it has.
More: how to sell a parka, what parkas are worth, or Clothing across Australia.