Sell Your Old Pro Wrestling Illustrated Magazines
Welcome to SellOldMagazines.com—a professional platform for the selective review of vintage magazine collections. If you have old issues of Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI), particularly from the 1970s through the 1990s, your collection may be eligible for review. As the most enduring and respected wrestling magazine of its era, PWI documented the careers, rivalries, and events that shaped professional wrestling history.
We are currently reviewing select Pro Wrestling Illustrated magazine collections that meet our general buying guidelines.
About Pro Wrestling Illustrated Magazine
Launched in 1979 by Stanley Weston, Pro Wrestling Illustrated quickly became the flagship publication for serious wrestling fans. Known for its kayfabe-style reporting, colorful photography, and annual rankings—such as the PWI 500—the magazine chronicled the rise of legends like Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart, Sting, Shawn Michaels, and more. Its blend of dramatic storytelling and statistical features made it a cornerstone of wrestling fandom.
We’re most likely to review:
1979–1990s U.S. Editions
Issues Featuring Major Stars or Special Editions (e.g., PWI 500)
Magazines in Very Good Condition with All Pages Intact
Boxed Collections of 15 or More Issues
Covers Without Mailing Labels Preferred
What We’re Looking For
While we appreciate all interest, Pro Wrestling Illustrated collections must meet the following criteria to be considered for purchase:
Era: We primarily review issues from the late 1970s through the 1990s. Early 2000s issues may be considered as part of a larger lot.
Condition: Magazines must be in very good condition—no mold, missing pages, water damage, or excessive wear.
Mailing Labels: We prefer label-free copies, especially when the label covers part of the cover photo or headline.
Quantity: We do not accept single issues. We review collections of 15 or more, ideally boxed for shipping or prepared for local pickup.
Special Features: While issues with iconic covers, first appearances, or milestone rankings (like the PWI 500) may draw attention, inclusion alone does not guarantee acceptance.
Even for a widely recognized title like PWI, resale is limited to collections that meet our standards for era, condition, and volume.
How to Sell Your Pro Wrestling Illustrated Collection
If your collection meets our guidelines, please complete our quote form and upload several clear photos showing representative covers, visible dates, and overall condition. If accepted, we’ll provide detailed packing instructions or arrange local pickup where available.
We do not appraise or guarantee purchases, but we’re happy to review qualifying collections.
Interested in Selling Your PWI Collection?
Whether you’re managing an estate, cleaning out storage, or parting with long-held memorabilia, we welcome qualifying Pro Wrestling Illustrated submissions. Due to the volume of inquiries, we only respond to those collections that align with our current needs.
Start by submitting your sample images and a brief collection summary through our quote form. If your materials qualify, we’ll guide you through the next steps.
At SellOldMagazines.com, we specialize in the careful review and preservation of historic wrestling publications—including Pro Wrestling Illustrated, the magazine that set the gold standard in sports entertainment journalism.
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