TaylorMade is consistently one of the best-reselling iron brands on the secondary market. They're popular, widely recognized, and hold value better than most. But "TaylorMade irons" covers everything from a $400 beginner set to a $2,000+ set of tour blades, so the answer varies a lot depending on what you have.
Here's a breakdown of current resale values by model, plus what affects the number and where to sell.
Current Resale Values by Model (US Market, Good Condition)
SIM2 Max Irons (2021)
One of TaylorMade's most popular game improvement sets
- New retail: ~$999
- Current resale (Good): $320 to $420
- Current resale (Very Good): $420 to $520
P790 Irons (2023)
Player's distance iron, strong demand
- New retail: $1,399
- Current resale (Good): $650 to $800
- Current resale (Very Good): $800 to $950
P7MC / P7MB Irons (2021)
Tour muscle backs, niche market
- New retail: $1,399
- Current resale (Good): $500 to $650
- Current resale (Very Good): $650 to $800
Stealth Irons (2022)
Mid-range game improvement
- New retail: $899
- Current resale (Good): $280 to $380
- Current resale (Very Good): $380 to $460
M4 Irons (2018)
Older game improvement, slower moving
- New retail: ~$699 at launch
- Current resale (Good): $150 to $220
- Current resale (Very Good): $220 to $280
What Affects Your Resale Value
Condition is the biggest factor by far. A set in Excellent condition can be worth 30-40% more than the same set in Good condition. Be honest with yourself — buyers can tell from photos.
Age matters but not linearly. Irons depreciate fastest in the first two years, then level off. A 2021 set is worth meaningfully less than a 2023 set. A 2018 set is worth only slightly less than a 2016 set.
Completeness of the set matters too. A full 4-PW or 5-PW set is worth more than a partial set. Individual irons sell for roughly 10-15% of a full set price per club, but they're harder to move.
Original shafts vs aftermarket: premium aftermarket shafts like KBS, True Temper, and Project X can add value if they're well-known options. Budget aftermarket shafts or non-standard configurations can actually hurt resale.
Grips: worn grips don't kill a sale but savvy buyers will factor in regripping costs. Fresh grips are a selling point worth mentioning.
Where to Sell for the Best Price
eBay gives you the best potential return. You're reaching the widest audience and setting your own price. Expect to net 10-15% less after fees. Takes more effort: photos, listing, shipping, dealing with buyers.
Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji work well for local cash sales with no shipping hassle. You'll typically get slightly less than eBay but avoid fees and shipping complexity.
GlobalGolf and 2nd Swing buy used clubs directly. You'll get less than a private sale, typically 20-30% below what you'd net on eBay, but it's fast, hassle-free, and you don't have to deal with buyers.
Golf shops and pro shops vary widely. Some offer fair trade-in value, especially if you're buying something new from them. Others offer very little. Always get a quote before assuming.
A Quick Rule of Thumb
For TaylorMade irons in Good condition, a reasonable starting estimate is 35-45% of original retail for sets 2-4 years old, dropping to 20-30% for sets 5+ years old. Very Good condition adds roughly 10-15 percentage points to those figures.
If you want a more precise number based on your specific model, year, condition, and country, the BagBuilder.ai Club Value tool gives you a detailed estimate in about 30 seconds.