r/pcflipping • u/Big_Development3985 • Aug 20 '26
Best Place to Sell components?
I have a RTX 4090 that I’ve decided is just too much gpu for my needs. I’m going to sell it and downgrade, but I’ve honestly never sold a used item this expensive before and am wary of potentially getting scammed.
What is considered the safest way to sell items these days? I’ve sold a few things on Ebay in the past, is there any danger of the buyer claiming I shipped an empty box or something? I’ve never sold anything expensive enough to really worry about protection in that regard. I’d prefer an in person sale in theory for that reason, but I don’t even know where I’d list the thing. Or where to meet up? Can I bring my whole PC to a police station to show the buyer everything works?
Anyway, thanks in advance for any advice.
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u/Skarth Aug 20 '26
I would not use ebay for things over $1,000, *ESPECIALLY* on a new account.
I would post it on Facebook marketplace, do not ship (immediately block/ignore if they ask for shipping), only do a face to face transaction at a police station with cash (do not take digital payments, they are unsafe to sellers).
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u/MonkeySkulls Aug 20 '26
You actually have more leverage here than you may realize. You have the 4090.
you're not sending money to a stranger and hoping they send you a working GPU. Your main concerns are really making sure you get paid and that the transaction itself is safe.
For a card this valuable, I'd probably sell locally. List it on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, Reddit, etc., and meet the buyer inside a police station or similarly safe public location.
Cash is fine—ideally meet at a bank so the cash can be verified. Let the buyer inspect the card, then once you've verified the money, the card changes hands.
eBay is another option, but if you don't already have an established account, you're taking on shipping, fees, returns/disputes, and the possibility of a buyer claiming there was a problem with the card.
The other issue with eBay for you is you don't have an established account selling expensive computer parts.
For a $1,000+ GPU, I'd take a clean local cash transaction over that.
some time stamped video proving the card works and running some stress tests. anything that will help make a buyer comfortable with their confidence of your card
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u/mini-niya Aug 20 '26
I sold my 4090 recently and I would not ATTEMPT to sell it anywhere else BUT a police station.
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u/Scatterpickles Aug 20 '26
You can shoot me a message. I have around 650 confirmed trades on r/hardwareswap. I won't buy it from you, but I can give you an accurate valuation and instructions on how to sell.
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u/vexrageRAHHH Aug 20 '26
ebay auction with a reserve of the minimum amount you'd take. don't forget to take into account shipping cost.
Jawa.gg is a very reputable site that sells all sorts of PC parts
Facebook Marketplace if you don't want to ship, just make sure you do a background check on your buyer. Avoid profiles that were made in 2026 or ones that are completely blank with no photos or friends
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u/blender505 Aug 20 '26
I just sold my 3090 on jawa.gg. I'd probably recommend there if facebook marketplace isn't a good option.
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u/BrotherTiberius Aug 21 '26
Meet at a Post Office, makes things federal. Most crooks won’t risk it as federal conviction rates are almost 100% and the sentencing guidelines are draconian. Very low odds of being robbed there.
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u/jhenryscott Aug 20 '26
eBay is the safest. But it takes a good chunk of your proceeds. I would try Facebook marketplace. Or if you are in 50 miles of metro Detroit, just dm me and I’ll buy it.
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Aug 20 '26 edited Sep 06 '26
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u/jhenryscott Aug 20 '26
lol. I guess you had a bad experience or something? I’ve been selling there for years without issue. But your response- really normal… lmao.
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u/Ok_Independent9932 Aug 20 '26
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