Market for second hand unused prams, cot etc

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Just wondered if anyone could advise if there is much of a market for second hand but actually brand new, unused prams, cot etc?
DGD was taken into care right from hospital at 24 hours old and subsequently adopted - long story.
I had bought a Mothercare Journey pram that converts into a pushchair, a Silver Cross buggy, a Mothercare cot and matching wardrobe and loads of clothes, some of which was worn a few times, some not at all.
Thsee things are in a spare bedroom, which I don't go in, because they are a painful reminder, but also I'm consisering moving house, plus I could really do with the money.
Of course either of my DDs could have more children in the future but they are still very young and their lifestyles are still quite chaotic so future babies could well be removed as well.

I meant to say I've had them for three years.
The pram is unboxed but I have the box, the buggy is boxed, and the cot and wardrobe were out together as they were flat packed but I think the boxes are in the garage. We stored the clothes in the wardrobe but it has only been used for storage. The cot mattress is still plastic wrapped.

There's a huge market for baby stuff second hand and also unused. Most people in my area use Facebook marketplace and gumtree

Yes a huge market. I've just bought a second hand double pushchair on Facebook marketplace. If you put them on they'll be gone in no time.

Thank you, both.
DD won't be happy but she didn't buy them, I did.

Fb marketplace, gumtree.
Be aware though, people won’t be willing to pay too much as they turn to marketplace for bargain.
Makesure you put a clear, detailed description. If you can offer delivery you’ll probably get more hits.

I'm so sorry to hear about you DGD.

You'll definitely be able to sell them, but you'll take a hit on it because there'll be no guarantees etc.

I'd sell them as unused items bought for grandparents house & not needed. All true, but less upsetting.

Sorry DD will be upset, but as you say, who knows when in the future they'll be needed & you need the money now.

Best wishes x

Yes, good point, January. point
Unfortunately I can't drive at the moment due to a health condition, Danikm. I could deliver them fairly locally, by bus or taxi, I guess, or a friend or relative might give a lift.

You could try eBay too, as they are unused I suspect you will be able to sell everything easily

Look on Facebook for parent groups in your area. Alternatively Facebook marketplace

This is going to such an difficult conversation to have with your DD but firstly I’d recommend having that. Explain that you want to sort out the spare room and it’s time for the items to be moved on. Offer to keep the clothes safe that were worn for sentimental reasons and store them away.

The rest needs to go. Explain you will be selling them for financial reasons.

Facebook marketplace is the most likely place to get buyers. However DD is likely to see them sold. Again emotional.

You could list on gumtree, spock, or similar. You could also list on eBay but these involve fees but offer local collection.

Don’t get into the stress and expensive of offering delivery. People mess you around when buying. You could pay for a taxi or bus and then still not get a sale! Collection only.

I'm sorry to hear about your experience, it must be really difficult and completely understandable that you want to sell the items.

In my experience you are likely to get a much better price from eBay than from Facebook selling pages.

List as collection only and, as January said, list them as "unused items bought for grandparents house & not needed".

Take lots of photos as good quality as possible and really detailed descriptions including boxes etc.

You can put a reserve on and also set eBay to automatically relist if reserve not met.

Thank you all for the sound advice. Much appreciated.