The short version
- Typical range: £20 – £90
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Electronics
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used dash cam is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for dash cams, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £90 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £76 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £58 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £40 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £22 | 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 dash cam
- Higher resolutions and good night performance
- Front and rear camera sets
- Hardwire kits and memory cards included
- Recognised brands with firmware support
What lowers it
- Failed or degraded memory cards
- Missing mounts and power cables
- Overheated units with swollen batteries
- Very low resolution cameras
How to work out what yours is worth
- Record a test clip in daylight and at night
- Check the suction mount still holds
- Confirm the memory card and cables are included
Once you have those three answers you can place your own dash cam 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I check on a used dash cam?
Record a test clip and check the mount still holds. Suction mounts perish and are the most common complaint.
Are swollen batteries a concern?
Yes. Dash cams sit in hot cars and internal batteries can swell, which is a safety issue. Inspect the casing.
Does the memory card matter?
Yes. Dash cams write constantly and wear cards out, so include one only if it is still healthy.
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