Vintage Typewriters For Sale in the UK

Typewriters.co.uk celebrates the old fashioned typewriter. The mechanical device, invented in the 19th century, changed the way that human beings were able to record and share text information. Whether you’ve had one in the past and yearn for a return to the simple tap-tapping of a traditional typewriter or just want to add a cool, retro touch to your home or office, the machines listed on these pages will be of interest.

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Typewriters.co.uk profiles some of the famous names from typewriter history and lists great vintage machines that are available for sale through our partners at eBay.co.uk. We’ve made it really easy to find the brand of typewriter you’re interested in – just browse the brandnames in the sidebar or top menus.

Featured Reconditioned & Serviced Typewriters for sale

Second hand manual machines found online can be in a variety of conditions and working orders. Here’s a list of featured reconditioned and refurbished machines which have been properly serviced and are ready to be a working, beautiful addition to any home. Please check each item description for more details about its working order.

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Olympia Musicwriter SG3 Typewriter WORKING & SERVICED Music Score Writer 1970s
Seller's notes: ""Musicwriter". Olympia SG3 Typewriter. Model: SG3. Manufactured by Olympia Typewriters, Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Fully Serviced, Working and Cleaned. Modified by the Music Print Corporation, Colarado, USA."
Buy now on eBay: £799.95
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1959 Hermes 3000 Typewriter with case - SERVICED - FREE DELIVERY
Seller's notes: "This item has been pretty comprehensively serviced. I can't claim I'm a professional but I've owned and serviced a few of these as I am a big fan. The covers and carriage were removed, allowing a thorough although not forensic cleaning of the accesible parts."
Buy now on eBay: £659.50
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1935 Underwood Universal 4 Bank Serviced Portable Typewriter - Engraved Case
Seller's notes: "A soft brush and compressed air clear out debris from the typebars and chassis. Repairs: Worn or broken parts—like springs, screws, or rubber feet—are replaced."
Buy now on eBay: £312.70
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OUTSTANDING Triumph Tippa S Typewriter Case Portable Germany servicedBuy now on eBay: £207.50
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Adler Tippa S George Blackman Serviced Typewriter Immaculate
Seller's notes: "For sale is a 1970 Adler Tippa S typewriter in white, with black carry case. This was purchased directly from George Blackman, who serviced the typewriter. All functions work perfectly and types exceptionally well. No sticky keys and no rust from what I can see, there is hardly any scuffs or marks on it - it has been extremely well looked after and is a pleasure to use. Serial number 5711144. Comes with a black/red ribbon already installed and 2x spares. Painful to sell, but I have recently moved and need the money for the usual house stuff, it's better off with someone else who will use it more than I currently do. Will be packaged carefully with Royal Mail. I refuse to trust Evri with it. Open to any and all questions."
Buy now on eBay: £150.00
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