LEGO Harry Potter – Hedwig Retired Set Flip

LEGO Harry Potter sets have one of the strongest followings in the retired LEGO market. This Hedwig set, picked up for only £11 on Vinted, is a perfect example, lightweight, collectable, and proven to hold value long-term. With eBay sales sitting around £40, this was an easy, low-risk flip spotted quickly by the Vinted Monitor.

Breaking Down the Flip

Retired Theme Strength: Harry Potter sets appreciate well due to strong fan demand.

Underpriced Listing: Seller undervalued it heavily at only £11.

Monitor Advantage: The Vinted Monitor flagged it before collectors jumped in.

Steady Market: eBay comps show £38-£42 depending on condition.

High ROI: Small spend, easy post, and reliable resale performance.

Timeline of the Flip

Vinted Monitor Alert

02/11/2025

Hedwig retired set spotted at £11.

Purchase Secured

02/11/2025

Payment confirmed

Item Received

06/11/2025

Condition verified, all pieces included.

Market Check

07/11/2025

eBay comps confirm £40 resale value.

Useful Links / Resources

▶️ Vinted UK

▶️ eBay Sold Listings

Final Thoughts

Retired LEGO continues to be one of the safest categories to flip, especially fan-favourite sets like Hedwig. With the help of the Vinted Monitor, this small £11 pickup turned into an easy £40, a perfect example of stacking predictable profits while keeping risk low.