The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £80
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Home & Garden
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used parasol is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for parasols, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £80 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £68 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £52 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £36 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £20 | 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 parasol
- Solid hardwood or heavy aluminium poles
- Fabric with no fading, tears or mildew
- Smooth crank and tilt mechanisms
- Base included, which is expensive separately
What lowers it
- Faded or mildewed canopies
- Seized crank mechanisms
- Bent or snapped ribs
- Missing bases
How to work out what yours is worth
- Open and close it fully several times
- Check every rib is straight and unbroken
- Confirm whether a base is included
Once you have those three answers you can place your own parasol 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 fails on a parasol?
The crank mechanism and the ribs. Both are what buyers test, and neither is economic to repair on a cheap parasol.
Does the base come with it?
Often not, and it matters — bases are heavy and expensive separately. State clearly whether one is included.
Can mildewed fabric be cleaned?
Light mildew usually washes out. Deep staining is permanent and should be photographed honestly.
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