Nike Vintage Wholesale: Why This Is The Most Profitable Category For Resellers
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Nike Vintage Wholesale: The Gold Mine For Resellers
If you're serious about reselling, Nike vintage wholesale is the category you should focus on. No other brand combines such high selling speed, strong profit margins, and consistent demand like Nike. In this guide, you'll discover why Nike vintage is the most profitable choice and how to get started.
Why Nike Vintage Sells So Well
1. Universal Brand Recognition
Nike is the most recognized sports brand in the world. This means:
- ✓ Everyone knows the brand (no explanation needed)
- ✓ Broad audience (from 16 to 45 years)
- ✓ International demand (sells everywhere)
- ✓ High perceived value (people pay more)
A vintage Nike hoodie sells 3-5x faster than a no-name hoodie, even at a higher price.
2. Nostalgia Factor
Vintage Nike items from the 90s and 2000s are trending:
- 90s Nike windbreakers: €50-80 on Vinted
- Vintage Nike hoodies: €40-65
- Nike tracksuits: €60-100
- Nike sweaters: €35-55
The nostalgia trend isn't temporary - it grows every year. Gen Z and Millennials actively search for vintage Nike.
3. Proven Profit Margins
Compare Nike with other categories:
Nike Vintage:
- Purchase price: €22-28 per piece
- Selling price: €40-65 average
- Profit margin: €18-37 per item (80-130%)
- Selling speed: 1-2 weeks
Random Vintage:
- Purchase price: €10-15 per piece
- Selling price: €20-30 average
- Profit margin: €10-15 per item (66-100%)
- Selling speed: 3-6 weeks
Nike delivers higher absolute profit and faster cashflow.
Which Nike Vintage Items Sell Best?
Top 5 Nike Categories For Wholesale
1. Nike Hoodies & Sweaters (Best Seller)
- Purchase price: €22-28
- Selling price: €40-65
- Selling time: 7-14 days
- Best season: September - March
- Most popular: Vintage swoosh logo, oversized fit
Why this works: Hoodies are always in demand. Vintage Nike hoodies have the perfect mix of comfort, style, and brand value.
2. Nike Windbreakers (Highest Margin)
- Purchase price: €25-32
- Selling price: €50-80
- Selling time: 10-21 days
- Best season: March - June, September - November
- Most popular: 90s colorblocking, nylon jackets
Why this works: Windbreakers are unique, eye-catching, and perfect for the Y2K trend. Higher prices are normal.
3. Nike Tracksuits (Fast Sales)
- Purchase price: €28-35 (set)
- Selling price: €60-100 (set)
- Selling time: 14-28 days
- Best season: Year-round
- Most popular: Matching sets, vintage logo
Why this works: Complete sets are rare and sought after. People pay premium for matching tracksuits.
4. Nike T-Shirts (Volume Sales)
- Purchase price: €12-18
- Selling price: €25-40
- Selling time: 7-14 days
- Best season: April - September
- Most popular: Vintage prints, swoosh logo
Why this works: Low entry price for buyers, fast rotation, easy to ship.
5. Nike Sweaters (Consistent)
- Purchase price: €20-26
- Selling price: €35-55
- Selling time: 10-21 days
- Best season: October - April
- Most popular: Crewneck, vintage logo, neutral colors
Why this works: Sweaters are layering essentials. Vintage Nike sweaters fit any style.
Nike Vintage Wholesale: Where To Start?
Option 1: Nike Only Box (Best For Beginners)
Focus 100% on Nike with a Nike Only Box of 10 pieces for €280.
What you get:
- 10 hand-picked Nike vintage items
- Mix of hoodies, sweaters, windbreakers
- Grade A quality (clean, wearable)
- Popular sizes (M, L, XL focus)
- 100% authentic
Expected ROI:
- Investment: €280
- Average selling price: €50 per item
- Total revenue: €500
- Profit: €220
- ROI: 79%
Timeline:
- Week 1: Order + receive
- Week 2-4: Sell 6-8 items
- Week 4-6: Sell remaining items
- Total: €220 profit in 4-6 weeks
Option 2: Nike Mix In Starter Box (Testing)
Want to test first? Start with a Resell Starter Box of 10 pieces for €155.
What you get:
- 10 vintage items (including 3-4 Nike)
- Mix of top brands (Nike, Adidas, Ralph Lauren)
- Grade A quality
- Lower risk (€155 vs €280)
Advantage: You test Nike alongside other brands and see what works best for you.
Option 3: Nike Volume (For Experienced Resellers)
Scale up with a Nike Only Box of 20 pieces for €560.
What you get:
- 20 Nike vintage items
- Price per piece: €28 (vs €28 for 10 pieces)
- Greater variety in items
- More volume = faster scaling
Expected ROI:
- Investment: €560
- Average selling price: €50 per item
- Total revenue: €1000
- Profit: €440
- ROI: 79%
Nike Vintage Wholesale Strategy: Maximum Profit
Strategy 1: Seasonal Focus
Winter (October - March):
- Focus: Hoodies, sweaters, windbreakers
- Prices: 10-20% higher possible
- Selling speed: Fastest
Summer (April - September):
- Focus: T-shirts, shorts, light windbreakers
- Prices: Standard
- Selling speed: Fast (people buy for festivals)
Pro tip: Order winter items in August/September, summer items in March/April. This way you're ready when the season starts.
Strategy 2: Pricing Tiers
Not all Nike items are equal. Use these pricing tiers:
Tier 1: Premium (€60-80)
- Vintage windbreakers with unique prints
- Complete tracksuits
- Rare colorways
- Oversized hoodies (trending)
Tier 2: Standard (€40-55)
- Regular hoodies and sweaters
- Vintage Nike t-shirts with prints
- Standard windbreakers
Tier 3: Volume (€25-35)
- Basic Nike t-shirts
- Simple sweaters
- Items with minor imperfections (mention this!)
Strategy 3: Bundle Deals
Increase your average order value with bundles:
- "Nike Starter Pack": 3 items for €100 (vs €120 separate)
- "Nike Winter Bundle": Hoodie + sweater for €70 (vs €80 separate)
- "Nike Tracksuit Set": Matching set for €90
Bundles sell 30% faster and increase your profit per transaction.
Common Mistakes With Nike Vintage Wholesale
Mistake 1: Accepting Everything
Problem: "It's Nike, so it will sell!"
Reality:
- Basic Nike items without logo sell slowly
- Wrong sizes (XXS, XXXL) don't move
- Poor condition = no sales
Solution: Choose a supplier that manually selects for sellability. Our Nike boxes only contain items proven to sell fast.
Mistake 2: Pricing Too High
Problem: "I see Nike hoodies for €80, so I'll ask €75!"
Reality:
- Those €80 items are rare/unique
- Your standard hoodie is worth €40-50
- Overpricing = no sales = capital tied up
Solution: Check sold items on Vinted (not active listings). Price 10-20% below average for fast sales.
Mistake 3: No Consistency
Problem: "I order once a month in large batches."
Reality:
- Your inventory runs out between orders
- You miss sales moments
- Vinted algorithm favors active sellers
Solution: Order 2x per month in smaller batches. This keeps your inventory constant and your profile active.
Nike Vintage Wholesale vs Other Brands
Nike vs Adidas
Nike:
- Higher prices possible (€40-65)
- Faster sales (1-2 weeks)
- Broader audience
- More nostalgia value
Adidas:
- Lower prices (€35-55)
- Slightly slower (2-3 weeks)
- Specific audience (streetwear fans)
- Good margins, but less volume
Conclusion: Nike is better for beginners and volume. Adidas is good as a second brand.
Nike vs Ralph Lauren
Nike:
- Sporty/casual audience
- Fast rotation
- Younger audience (18-30)
- Higher volume possible
Ralph Lauren:
- Preppy/classic audience
- Consistent sales
- Older audience (25-40)
- Stable prices
Conclusion: Combine both! Nike for volume, Ralph Lauren for stability.
FAQ About Nike Vintage Wholesale
Is Nike vintage always authentic?
With a professional wholesale supplier: yes, 100%. Every Nike item is checked for:
- Authentic labels and tags
- Correct stitching and materials
- Nike-specific details (swoosh, fonts)
- Production codes and years
Our Nike boxes contain only authentic vintage Nike. No fakes, no replicas.
Which sizes sell best?
The best-selling sizes for Nike vintage:
- Men: M, L, XL (80% of sales)
- Women: S, M, L (oversized trend)
Avoid XXS and XXXL unless it's a very unique item.
How many Nike items should I order to start?
For beginners:
- Test first: 10 pieces mix box (€155) with 3-4 Nike items
- If it works: Nike Only Box 10 pieces (€280)
- Scale up: Nike Only Box 20 pieces (€560)
How fast do Nike items sell on average?
On Vinted:
- Nike hoodies: 7-14 days
- Nike sweaters: 10-21 days
- Nike windbreakers: 10-21 days
- Nike t-shirts: 7-14 days
This is 2-3x faster than no-name vintage.
Can I sell Nike vintage year-round?
Yes! Nike vintage sells year-round, but with seasonal variations:
- Winter (Oct-Mar): Hoodies, sweaters (best sales)
- Summer (Apr-Sep): T-shirts, light items (good sales)
- Between seasons: Windbreakers, layering pieces (decent sales)
Start Today With Nike Vintage Wholesale
Nike vintage wholesale is the most profitable category for resellers because:
- ✓ Universal brand recognition (everyone knows Nike)
- ✓ Fast sales (1-2 weeks average)
- ✓ High margins (80-130% profit)
- ✓ Consistent demand (year-round)
- ✓ Broad audience (18-45 years)
Ready to start with Nike?
- 🚀 Beginners: Test with Resell Starter Box – 10 Pieces (€155, includes 3-4 Nike items)
- 💪 Focus on Nike: Start with Nike Only Box – 10 Pieces (€280)
- 🔥 Scale up: Go for Nike Only Box – 20 Pieces (€560)
All Nike boxes are shipped within 24 hours and contain only Grade A authentic Nike vintage items.
👉 View all Nike vintage wholesale boxes and start today
Questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions or read how it works.