WHAT TO DO WITH USED POWERBOOK G4

Hello-
I am very new to these forums, so I apologize if this is not the appropriate place to post this. If it is not and you can suggest where to do so, I would appreciate it. But I'll give it a shot.
I have a Powerbook G4 that is about 4 years old and I would like to sell it. I was wondering if anyone had any advice as to where the best place may be to do this, whether it's via the internet, an Apple store or even someplace where I live, in NYC. Thanks.

Hi, leegero. I strongly recommend
http://newyork.craigslist.org/
Offering items for sale on Apple Discussions is prohibited by the Terms of Use, so it's a good thing you didn't. ;o)

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