Where to buy old pc's/parts?

pradeep1

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How about the For Sale/Trade forum here? I've bought almost 35 computers worth of parts from members here. Better than the risk of eBay, since most traders have some rep. in the community.
 

natto fire

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How old?

The thrift store can have lots of old stuff for VERY cheap. It is hit or miss how old, but I have seen stuff as old as Apple IIe there and as new as Pentium 233.
 

DaveSimmons

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There are (literally) tons of old parts in FS/FT here, for not much more than shipping. Some are even free for local pickup.

A WTB post for particular items should also find you some people looking to empty out their closets.
 

pontifex

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I just read in the local newspaper today that there are a few compoter shops in the area that will take old equipment from businesses. it didn't say what they do with it after they get it, but I assume the try to sell it. maybe check and see if there is anything like this going on in your area.