How much could i get for this?

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

I've built many computers, 2 for myself, couple for co-workers and friends. I've always been content with my computer, but I want too see my options if i can get myself into another project.

I've already overclocked and experienced with water coolers and it was a fun thing to do, but I think saving money on a cooler and getting a better CPU is a better choice after experiencing that.

If it's not broken, don't fix it comes to mind with this question.

Here is my current rig:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 4.5GHz Quad-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Video Card: PNY XLR8 GTX 780 2GB
Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N250PC2 802.11b/g/n PCI Wi-Fi Adapter

I have an SSD, but I would keep it for any new rig i would get, unless it would bring the price up enough to just buy a new one. Also note, I know that PSU is crap

So what are everyone's thoughts in the price I could get for this? I have come up with about $1000 - $1200 USD (and maybe i'm being too optimistic) from looking at ebay with specs around the same, but I'd probably list it here, and on PC Partpicker to save a massive 13% that ebay and paypal take...

Another option I was thinking is I could sell the CPU, RAM, Mobo, Cooler and GPU seperatly (or maybe a bundle with cooler, ram, GPU, CPU and Mobo?)

Thanks guys!

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

Considering that you can get that exact system, with all components included, for 1200 bucks, I'd guess that anywhere between 850-1000 would be justified depending on the condition of everything. That being said, it doesn't mean you'll get that. People are extremely skeptical when it comes to buying used hardware and often are only willing to go that way if the price can't be passed up. Selling for what it's actually worth may require sitting on it for a while in order to find the right buyer.

If you want to sell it quickly in order to go with something else, you may have to take a hit on your asking price.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($226.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($58.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 780 3GB XLR8 Enthusiast Edition Video Card ($425.73 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($78.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N250PC2 802.11b/g/n PCI Wi-Fi Adapter ($16.19 @ Amazon)
Total: $1199.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-13 17:58 EDT-0400

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

Darkbreeze :

Haha, how dumb of me. Well good thinking

Do you think there will be a bigger market (and maybe a better profit) If I just sold the core components like
CPU GPU, Mobo, RAM, Cooler. New is about $900 so maybe i could get 650-800 considering that they have been well maintained. That would leave me with enough room for a good upgrade I think.

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

No. I think you'd have better luck selling it as is to somebody who may have been looking into buying a POS from iBuypower or CyberpowerPC, or somewhere similar, and might see that as a better option. They'd get better components, they'd know the system had already been tested and they wouldn't have to pay as much as they would from one of those cheap bastards that build them online.

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

Darkbreeze :

That is also another very good idea. How might I go upon finding someone like that? I would like to help someone in the process.

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

What country are you in? I guess it doesn't matter since most countries have Craigslist, but not all. I'd start there since it's free. Other online venues similar to CL are good too. Posting it here for sale wouldn't be a bad idea either. You can also keep an eye open here for threads that mention those two snake oil selling companies and then offer the system to them as well, plus some shipping of course. There are a variety of ways to go about it and even Ebay isn't a bad idea.

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

Darkbreeze :

I live in the US, and I've thought of craigslist and I've tried to sell other PCs and such and have gotten no inquiries about them. It never hurts to list it though.

I'd like to avoid ebay just because of the amount they charge.

Like I said, here, pcpartpicker, LTT forums maybe. Those are all good ideas and I will take them into consideration.

Few more things:

How do you think a good way to ship it would be? Ive never had to ship desktops before, just laptops and such. I've had loads of bad experiences with USPS breaking my stuff that was well packed. Are Fed-EX / UPS good for larger items? Do you think a desktop packed in the original packaging from the Case would be safe. I am concerned about the graphics card potentially snapping from the PCIe slot

.

Again, thanks for everything.

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

I'd use the original packaging plus remove the GPU card and put it in a separate container, packed INSIDE the case itself, and probably use some of those air filled bubbles, the BIG kind, not the little sheets of it, use the kind that comes with like four inch wide bubbles on a strip. They're really cheap at anyplace like the little FedEx quick centers and such. I'd use either FedEx or UPS.

The other option is to just sell it locally and have them meet you somewhere, like the police station, to make the exchange. Most police stations are now offering to be a neutral ground for CL exchanges and you'd just have to check with your local station to find out if they can or are willing to do so as well. That would save having to worry about shipping anything. I don't know if you live in a large town or metro area but I don't imagine it would be hard to find somebody relatively close that is interested unless you live in the boonies somewhere.

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

Darkbreeze :

Thats what I was originally thinking, and i got TONS of those little air thingies from newegg that I have saved ;p, but I would think some people wouldnt be able to do that, if it was a novice from ebay, or if they tried to put it in and they broke it I would be out of money then. Hopefully I'll be able to sell it here.

Again thanks for everything, you were a big help.

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

Darkbreeze :

I live in Milwaukee Wisconsin which is a somewhat large city. And I would love to do it on craigslist lol.

I'm sure the person would want it tested and running infront of them so id probably have to do it at my house, but im fine with that too.

Hazinator · Apr 13, 2015

I would sell the GTX 780 seperately as you could get easily $300.

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

He'd be getting that, or pretty close to that, anyhow, if he sold the unit for $900-1000.00, as the rest of the system is only worth about 775 new and maybe 625-725 used. You also have to consider whether it will be easier to find 5-7 individual buyers, willing to pay your asking price for each component, versus finding one buyer willing to pay it for the convenience of not having to order one online or try to assemble it themselves.

anoori9000 · Apr 13, 2015

I think I may sell it on craigslist and just wait it out. I find that less of a hassle and its not like I NEED IT NOW!!!!!!

Darkbreeze · Apr 13, 2015

Sounds good. Here's a tip. Include pictures and specs and probably take that PCPartpicker build list I posted above and include it for reference showing what it would cost for everything new, not even including the shipping and taxes they'd pay buying through another source. A lot people on CL won't give an ad a second look if they can't see what you're selling. I know I don't.

I figure if the person selling can't be bothered to take a few pictures and include them with the ad, then I can't be bothered to buy it from them. And I buy a lot of tools, hardware and other crap off there as well as doing advertising for all three of my businesses and listing apartment rentals for one of my clients as well.

Take some good pictures, with the right lighting and background, then if you are able, do a little editing in photoshop or another application, and made the pictures look good. Crop them to size etc. It should help.

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