Old House Journal

USING ANTIQUE & VINTAGE PARTS

AKING THE PLACE of local classified ads: Facebook Marketplace, where you can find a revolving inventory of everything from free cast-offs to the occasional treasure—locally. Pick it up and save on freight cost. You might find a bargain, like an antique, mahogany display case with glass doors for $90, sold fast and cheap because the family was moving across country. In a recent, then filter by distance from your town, price range, and category.

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