The short version
- Typical range: £40 – £200
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Tools & DIY
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used pressure washer is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for pressure washers, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £200 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £170 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £130 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £90 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £50 | 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 pressure washer
- Pumps holding full rated pressure
- Intact hose with no bulges or leaks
- Complete with lances, nozzles and detergent bottle
- Induction motors on higher-end models
What lowers it
- Pumps that pulse or fail to build pressure
- Split or bulging hoses, a burst risk
- Missing nozzles and lances, which are model-specific
- Cracked housings from frost damage
How to work out what yours is worth
- Run it and check it holds steady pressure
- Inspect the hose along its length for bulges
- Lay out every nozzle and lance
Once you have those three answers you can place your own pressure washer 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 pressure washer?
The pump, usually from frost damage or running dry. A machine that pulses or will not build pressure needs pump work.
Why does frost damage matter?
Water left in the pump over winter expands and cracks the housing. Always drain before storing, and check for cracks before selling.
Do the nozzles need to be included?
Yes. They are model-specific and a washer without its lance and nozzles is much harder to sell.
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