BbdBuy Purchasing LV Bags: How to Use Spreadsheets to Manage Resale Market Premiums
2025-07-11
For luxury resellers and personal buyers, managing prices on the secondary market can be complex—especially for high-demand brands like Louis Vuitton. BbdBuy, a trusted purchasing agent service, helps clients navigate these challenges. This article explores how a simple spreadsheet system can track and optimize premiums for pre-owned LV bags.
Why Track Resale Premiums?
With popular LV models selling for 40-200% above retail
- Seasonal demand cycles
- Limited-edition restocks
- Regional pricing differences
Building Your Spreadsheet Toolkit
Essential Columns to Include:
Column | Purpose |
---|---|
Model Code | LV item SKU (e.g. M40746 for Capucines) |
Retail Price | Brand's current selling price |
Resale Platforms | Links to listings for price comparisons |
Condition Index | 1-5 rating (New With Tags → Fair) |
Pro Formulas to Implement:
=IF(B2<=0,"N/A",(C2-B2)/B2) "Calculating premium as percentage"
How BbdBuy Enhances Your Data
Our service provides exclusive data points
- Preferred client discounts
- Real-time authentication cost averages
- Historical sales trends for discontinued pieces

"One client saved 28% by timing purchases using our depreciation projections for classic monogram pieces." — BbdBuy Senior Sourcing Specialist
Implementation Tips
Color-coding:
- Under 15% premium → Buy opportunity
- 30-50% range → Standard resale
- 75%+ → Reconsider or waitlist