[ghaff]

I won't say you're wrong but it does seem as if there's at least somewhat of a trend away from selling used goods.

One example local to me is a local sports store used to have a thriving second-hand section. A few years ago they got out of it because it wasn't profitable. Selling used ice hockey gear made more sense when most of the new stuff was made in the US, Canada, Finland, etc. compared to China. And, of course, eBay has shifted more toward new things from big sellers.

[calvano915]

I suspect that the quality (therefore price) has gone down on most of what they sell. Result: the goods don't last as long and don't retain value as well, and most people looking to buy can probably afford new.