The easiest way to sell a whole collection of golf clubs, whether it's a garage full of sets or a family member's clubs after they've passed, is to get one quote on the entire lot from a used club buyer instead of selling each club separately. At GolfRoots you can get instant quotes online, ship clubs with a free prepaid label on trade-ins of $50 or more, or bring everything to our shop in Farmers Branch. Here's how to sort through it first so you know what you have.
Where do I start with a big pile of clubs?
Lay everything out and group it. It doesn't have to be neat.
- Complete or near-complete iron sets, kept together with their rubber bands or bags.
- Drivers, fairway woods and hybrids.
- Wedges and putters.
- Very old clubs, especially anything with wooden shafts.
- Bags, headcovers and accessories. Set these aside. They can't be traded in, so you'll want to donate, sell or keep them separately.
Write the brand and model on a list as you go. Most clubs have the model name on the sole or the back of the head. If you're not sure what something is, our guide on how to identify your golf clubs, model year and value helps.
What in an estate or garage collection usually has value?
Every collection is different, but some patterns hold up:
- Newer clubs from major brands are usually worth the most, especially drivers, complete iron sets and putters.
- Complete iron sets generally do better than the same irons split up, so keep sets together.
- Well-known putters can hold value for a long time. Some putter makers, like Scotty Cameron, have a strong following of their own; see what used Scotty Camerons sell for.
- Some classic sets stay popular with golfers who still play them. Older isn't automatically worthless.
What usually doesn't have much value?
- Very old drivers and woods that look small next to modern clubs. Golfers rarely play them today.
- Department store or starter sets without a recognizable brand.
- Clubs with real damage, like cracked heads, bent or rusted-through shafts, or loose heads.
- Bags and headcovers, which can't be traded in.
One exception worth noting: clubs with wooden shafts are a different market. Collectors, not players, are usually the buyers there, so if you find any, it's worth having them looked at separately before you decide what to do. Our history of the golf iron gives some background on how clubs changed over the years.
How do I find out what the whole collection is worth?
Run each club or set through our trade-in value calculator for an instant quote. For a large collection, start with the sets and newer clubs since those usually carry most of the value. Our post What Are My Golf Clubs Worth? explains how values are set and why condition matters.
You can take your offer as cash or as store credit. Store credit is worth 10% more than cash, which can make sense if someone in the family plays and needs clubs.
How do I get the clubs to GolfRoots?
- Ship them. Trade-ins of $50 or more get a free prepaid shipping label.
- Drop them off in Dallas. Walk-in trade-ins are welcome at our shop, 13260 Josey Ln, Suite 106, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. For a big collection, this is often the easiest route since you don't have to pack anything. More options are in our guide on where to sell golf clubs in Dallas.
For the step-by-step after that, see how a GolfRoots trade-in works from start to finish, or the trade-in overview.
Common questions
Should I clean the clubs before selling them?
A quick wipe of the heads and grips helps buyers see their real condition. You don't need to regrip or repair anything first.
Can I trade in the golf bag too?
No. Bags and headcovers can't be traded in, so set them aside before you get a quote.
Is it better to sell the clubs one by one?
You might get more for a few individual clubs, but for a whole collection it takes a lot of time to photograph, list and ship each piece. One quote on the lot is much simpler, especially when you're handling an estate.
Who do I contact with questions about a large collection?
Call 214-302-7440 or email [email protected].
