Going Once, Going Twice, Going Broke

November 9, 2009 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

Every few weeks we scour through eBay’s vintage clothing auctions and report which relics are fetching top dollar. More reasons to raid your grandpa’s closet.

vintage polo p-wing shirt

Click the links below to view the full eBay listing or the seller’s current inventory.

  1. 80s vintage Nike Air Jordan shoes sold for $2024.00 by ittycc
  2. 50s vintage Elvis Presley t-shirt sold for $510.00 by rickelle018
  3. 90s vintage Polo Sport Ralph Lauren P-Wing shirt sold for $272.67 by lo71
  4. 60s vintage Big Daddy Roth t-shirt sold for $271.89 by rockabillyhoodlum
  5. 40s vintage striped jail prisoner shirt sold for $245.82 by vintage_outfitters
  6. 80s vintage Vivienne Westwood Anglomania tee sold for $199.99 by retrocouture


American Archive Seller Review

November 6, 2009 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

DefunkdGuys1eBay Seller: american archive
Years of Service: 2
Transactions: 2200+
Feedback: 100%
Policies: They strive for 5 stars.
Motto: “Quality vintage clothing for guys & girls.”

I first stumbled across American Archive about a year ago when I pitted some sellers against each other for the best facial hair on eBay title. I still think Casey’s legendary beard should have taken home the coveted prize so I encouraged him to stick to his dream. But ever since the heartbreaking loss on that chilly September day, sadly, Casey has trimmed a lot of his mane away. American Archive on the other hand, has undergone some serious growth.

Casey represents one half of the American Archive store which also offers an equal selection of vintage clothing for women. His partner (and wife) Rachel operates on the other side of the camera and behind the scenes. The couple go on picking missions together each responsible for buying for their respective  sex while also providing opposite sex insight on each others selections. Just one of the many reasons they operate one of the best unisex vintage stores on eBay made evident by their stellar feedback. I really dig the store’s design, navigation and nicely photographed inventory.

The most expensive t-shirt in their store is a vintage 3D Emblem trucker tee coming in at $129 with plenty of tees for under $20 and the rest of their inventory is just as reasonably priced.



A Bite Out of The Big Apple

November 5, 2009 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

maiden haven

A feeble attempt to document the endless array of brilliant vintage Iron Maiden t-shirts.

vintage iron maiden new york t-shirt

Shirt #22: Iron Maiden New York Jersey

Availability: Explore Vintage Maiden Tees on eBay

Date: October 8, 1983

Tour: World Piece

Approximate value: $350-600



Squeezing Out the Competition

November 4, 2009 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

harley davidson haven

An ongoing project to document all of the exquisite vintage Harley Davidson clothing.

vintage harley anti-japan t-shirt

Item #14: Harley Davidson American Built Motorcycles T-Shirt

Availability: Explore vintage Harley Tees on eBay

Decade: 1980s

Label: Unknown

Dealer Customization: Jim’s Harley-Davidson Yuma, Arizona

Harley Fact: Harley Riders aren’t big fans of Honda, Yamaha or Kawasaki motorcycles.

Approximate value: $150

  • View the previous vintage Harley Davidson rider’s hat.
  • View the entire gallery of vintage Harley Davidson clothes.


Vintage Nike Sale!

November 3, 2009 by Karl · 2 Comments  

It’s been a while since I posted…. busy busy busy. Check out eBay, I am selling some parts of the collection.
It’s getting harder to store them all so i have to let go of some of them.

Nike Skylon TC

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Nike Air Huarache LE

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and more stuff to come!