How to Sell Records Online – And Why Selling Locally Might Be Better

If you’re sitting on a vinyl record collection and thinking about selling it online, you’re not alone. Platforms like Discogs, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace have made it easier than ever to reach potential buyers. But easier doesn’t always mean better — especially if you want to save time, avoid hassle, and get a fair deal without shipping boxes or dealing with strangers.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through your online selling options — and explain why, in many cases, selling your records locally to real collectors like us is the simpler, smarter path.

Option 1: Selling Records on Discogs

Pros:

  • Massive global marketplace for vinyl

  • Ideal for collectible, rare, or niche records

  • Transparent pricing based on past sales data

Cons:

  • Requires grading accuracy and detailed listings

  • Buyer expectations are high

  • Must ship safely and respond quickly to messages

  • Fees eat into your profits

Bottom line: Best for experienced sellers with time to manage grading, packing, and communication.


Option 2: Selling Records on eBay

Pros:

  • Global reach and auction-style visibility

  • Easy to list with photos and short descriptions

  • Quick exposure for hot items

Cons:

  • Highly competitive

  • Time-consuming to list large collections

  • You’re responsible for returns, shipping, and disputes

  • eBay + PayPal fees reduce net income

Bottom line: Great for single high-value items, not ideal for full collections.

Option 3: Facebook Marketplace & Local Classifieds

Pros:

  • No seller fees

  • Instant access to local buyers

  • Can offload records fast

Cons:

  • Unreliable communication and no-show buyers

  • Safety concerns during meetups

  • Lowball offers are the norm

  • No way to ensure fair pricing

Bottom line: Fast but frustrating. You’ll spend time fielding flaky messages and dodging resellers.

Why Selling to Us Is a Better Option:

  • Cash offers on the spot — no fees, no waiting

  • We buy everything from LPs to 45s, including full collections

  • Local pickup or drop-off available

  • No grading, shipping, or dealing with strangers

  • We actually appreciate the music you’ve collected

Whether you’re in Chicago, NW Indiana, SW Michigan or anywhere in Illinois - we make it easy to turn your records into cash — no packing tape or shipping labels required.

Ready to Sell?

Contact us today to get started. We respond quickly and treat every seller with respect — whether you have 10 records or 1,000.