How can I sell my broken LCD tv?

2step786

Hi guys,

First post so go easy on me and apologies if this is posted in the wrong place.

I have a 32" Sony TV which I bought around 2 years ago. Unfortunately there was a little accident in which the LCD screen has cracked internally and I am looking to find the most cost effective manner to sell my TV while getting some form of return.

Cosmetically, the TV is in pristine condition, minus the above fault. In other words, all other aspects of the TV is in "as new" condition.

I have considered options such as eBay and listings on Gumtree etc but do any of you have any other, perhaps better methods to achieve a swift sell while getting a decent return?

Thanks in advance guys and happy savings!

spannerzone

I doubt you'll get much for it as LCD replacement panels cost as much as the TV itself in most cases so unless someone has a working LCD that is suitable to put in yours I don't think there'll be much money it it... Ebay is probably the best bet but I wouldn't think you'll be getting much more than £50 - £100 if you're lucky especially when new (albeit budget brands) can be had for £200 or thereabouts.

Have you considered claiming on household insurance if you have accidental damage?

macman

Given the cost of shipping it, a TV for spares is probably worthless, unless someone local wants it.
You can't say that it's otherwise 'as new', because if it won't power up and display, then you don't know what is actually wrong with it.

bobobop

Hi, i would list on ebay confirming exact condition, model etc and see what offers you get, thanks

crazyguy

either that or do what the rest of us do with rubbish and bin it !

vikramrkin

ebay is your best bet. I have sold some broken laptop and other electricals, which i never thought would sell. in your listing, mention that it is for parts only and clearly explain the fault. give the option of collecting it for free and shipping with an appropriate cost.

PeterJohnson

Have you got contents insurance? If so, worth checking whether you may be covered.

Scuba_Steve

Have you tired your local repair shop they may buy it for parts that is where we sold ours

catzooo

Try Comet - they do a fixed price repair = £125 to diagnose the problem and this includes parts up to £150

Kurtis_Blue

catzooo wrote: »

Try Comet - they do a fixed price repair = £125 to diagnose the problem and this includes parts up to £150

Doesn't cover accidental damage.

catzooo

oops - yes you're right - doesn't cover accidental damage!