Tips On How To Successfully Sell Your Used iPhone on eBay

It's only days away from Apple's announcement and you'e got upgrade fever? No worries, the good folks at Gizmodo has put together an eBay survival kit on how to get the most cash for your first generation iPhone. There are no guarantees that Apple will announce immediate availability of the iPhone on Monday and many believe it'll be available shortly after the announcement. Hopefully the extra cash you make on a well constructed auction will help you the dark days of iPhone withdrawal while you await iPhone 2.

Here's the cliffnotes version on how to score dollars for your used iPhone.

• Include the original box and all accessories that shipped with your iPhone
• Select a 1 day auction
• If you have the means and know-how, consider unlocking your iPhone as they fetch more than the locked versions
• Take great photos
• Use a solid, winning title such as: UNLOCKED Apple iPhone 8GB Jailbroken Any GSM SIM Original Box and Accessories SHIPS WORLDWIDE
• Offer worldwide shipping
• No reserve generally brings in more bidders and helps you save on eBay costs

There are a number of factors that go into a successful eBay auction such as your feedback and history. The guys at Gizmodo were able to sell two used iPhones, one at $425 and a scratched one at $380. The iPhone shortages also seem to be affecting auctions, as frustrated consumers are flocking to the auction site to secure an iPhone. To save on eBay fees, you can also try Craigs List.

Source: Gizmodo