Car boot sales can be a treasure trove of items you didn’t know you wanted or needed – but often, people dismiss them as being full of tat.
But @thehustlemumma couldn’t disagree more. She frequently visits boot sales to buy things for extremely low prices and then resell them for a profit.
She said: “The best way that I find products is through boot sales, because you ain’t getting cheaper than a boot sale,” and she showed off the haul that she’d managed to find.
A really exciting item that she’d managed to find was a brand-new pair of Ugg sliders without tags, and the price was astoundingly cheap.
First up, she found some anime-print jeans for 50p, which were “unbranded,” with no size label, but she said that they were “cool” and she wanted to “keep them” because she thought they’d fit her.
Then, she showed off some “little shorts” in a cute pink gingham which she paid £2 for brand new with tags, and she said they’re selling online for about £35 to £40. They were from the brand Amber x Meshki.
Next up were the Ugg sliders, and she paid just “a fiver” for them, and she said they resell “for about £40,” so she’d definitely made a profit on those.
There were then some new Primark jeans that showed off which she got in four items for £1 deal at the car boot sale, alongside a H&M jumper and some other bits.
She then showed that she’d bought some beach cover-ups, saying they “do well” when she resells them online. Then there were some floral Zara trousers, a £120 biker jacket, which she bagged for £10, a North Face t-shirt for 50p, an M&S gingham maxi dress for 50p, and Next black linen trousers.
Even more designer and higher-end items were purchased for £1, including White Stuff, Ralph Lauren, Anthropologie, Orvis, Phase 8, Bowden, Karen Millen, Ted Baker, Lacoste, and French Connection.
She also shared that she’d bought a beaded bag from Zara for £2, which she reckoned she could easily get £20 for reselling.
In the comments, someone wrote: “Not been to a boot sale for 20 years, went 2 weeks ago and again on Saturday now I’m obsessed”.
Another added: “Love bargains you can get from car boots. It’s the best place for stock”.
Many asked where she’d be selling certain items, such as the Daisy Anthropologie jacket, because they wanted to get their hands on them.
To do well at a car boot sale, preparation is key. Start by researching the car boot sale you plan to visit to understand the type of items likely to be sold and the crowd it attracts.
Arrive early, as the best items often get snapped up quickly, but also consider staying later for deals, as sellers might lower prices toward the end to avoid taking items back home.
Bring cash in smaller denominations as many sellers may not accept cards. Dress comfortably and bring a bag or trolley to carry your purchases.
Be polite but confident when negotiating, as haggling is often expected, though avoid making extremely low offers that might offend the seller.
Look for quality and condition when selecting items, examining them closely for damage or defects. Focus on items you genuinely like or can use rather than solely searching for valuables, as this ensures you’ll get enjoyment out of the purchase, even if it’s not a bargain.
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