Many sellers assume old records are valuable â but condition, genre, rarity, and demand matter far more than age. Hereâs how Chicago record buyers quickly tell whether a vinyl collection is actually worth money.
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Discover the 1970s Chicago and Illinois vinyl albums that collectors still search for today. From Terry Callier to Minnie Riperton, here are eight real-world 70s LPs we actually find in local basements â and why weâre always excited to buy them across Chicago and the suburbs.
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A simple Chicago guide to rare 70s soul LPs worth money â including private-press, modern soul, gospel-soul, and Midwest titles. Clear examples, no hype, and an easy way to tell common records from genuinely rare ones.
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From rare private-press Midwest LPs to cult British metal singles, discover the heavy metal records collectors pay thousands for â and how to sell yours for cash in Chicago.
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Every few months, a new âTop 100 Most Expensive Recordsâ list makes the rounds online â and nearly all of them feature impossibly rare titles that hardly anyone actually owns.
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If youâre ready to sell your vinyl collection in Chicago, this guide shows how to do it safely and get a fair cash offer. Learn where most sellers lose money, how to avoid scams and lowball buyers, and why hundreds of Chicago-area sellers trust We Buy Records â a local team with 5-star reviews and fast, respectful service.
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We Buy Records makes house calls and pays cash for records in the Western Suburbs of Chicago and across Illinois.
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Learn how to quickly get a ballpark valuation of a vinyl record collection
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Learn how to sell vinyl records the smart way. Skip the shipping, fees, and online hassle â get a fast, fair cash offer from real collectors at We Buy Records Chicago.
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Most famous artists sold millions of records â but true value hides in small-label soul, private-press psych, and rare sealed LPs. This expert-curated list of the 100 most valuable vinyl records highlights real, repeatable sales that define what collectors actually pay, not one-off auction flukes.
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The list below highlights the ten most expensive 45 RPM records publicly sold in 2025, based solely on verified eBay sales data archived by Gripsweat.
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When a loved oneâs record collection becomes part of an estate, it can feel like one more daunting task on a long list of things to handle.
We hear this often â someone calls and says, âWe just inherited a really big record collection. We donât even know whatâs all in there, but itâs huge.â
At first glance, selling vinyl online seems simple. You take some photos, list them on eBay or Discogs, and wait for buyers to roll in. But nearly everyone who tries it hits the same wall: itâs not easy at all.
Most sellers quickly realize they donât know how to grade records accurately, canât tell which pressing or label variation they have, andâwithout any seller feedbackâbuyers simply wonât trust them.
Thatâs where the frustration begins.
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If youâve ever looked at a box of old 45s and wondered if youâre sitting on gold, youâre not alone. Every week, we hear from people across Chicago who just rediscovered stacks of 7-inch singles in their basements, closets, or attics â and theyâre curious what theyâre worth.
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2025 has reminded everyone how strong the jazz market still isâespecially scarce first presses and tiny private runs. A few eye-catchers from this yearâs sales:
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Selling old vinyl LPs & 45s in Chicago? Learn what buyers look for, how the process works, and get a fast cash offer. Call (312) 500-4546 or text (630) 544-9733.
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Are you looking to sell your 1980s heavy metal records? We specialize in buying metal LPs and 45s from the golden era of heavy music. Whether you have a few rare imports or an entire collection of thrash, glam, or traditional heavy metal, we make it easy to turn them into cash.
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If youâve got vinyl records to sell in Chicago, youâve probably searched around for the âbest place to sell records near me.â You might be wonderingâshould I take them to a local record store, try selling online, or call a private buyer?
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Discover the most valuable 2010s vinyl records. Learn which modern LPs are worth big money and how to spot collectible editions for your collection.
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The 1970s were a golden era for vinylâa decade that gave us everything from the raw power of punk to the groove of funk and disco. For collectors, 70s records are a treasure trove.
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