The short version
- Typical range: £25 – £110
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used trench coat is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for trench coats, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £110 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £93 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £71 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £49 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £27 | 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 trench coat
- Recognised heritage makers with a following
- Cotton gabardine with intact water resistance
- Complete with belt, buckle and epaulettes
- Original linings and removable warmers
What lowers it
- Missing belts, which are difficult to replace
- Water rings and cleaning damage to gabardine
- Discoloured collars and cuffs
- Broken storm flap buttons
How to work out what yours is worth
- Confirm the belt and all buckles are present
- Check the collar and cuffs in daylight
- Look at the composition label for gabardine content
Once you have those three answers you can place your own trench coat 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
Do trench coats hold their value?
Classic styles from heritage makers hold value well, because the design barely dates and the fabric lasts.
Does a missing belt matter?
A great deal. Belts are specific to the coat and hard to match, so a beltless trench sells for noticeably less.
Can gabardine be dry cleaned?
Yes, but repeated harsh cleaning strips the water resistance. Mention how often it has been cleaned if you know.
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