[shenmecar]

VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) - The Olympic line-ups still aren't over. Get ready to wait if you want something from VANOC's flea market of leftovers.

More than 220,000 items are up for grabs - from clothing and furniture to electronics and more than a few unused snow shovels. Volunteers, employees and performers have first dibs this week, with the sale being open to the public on Saturday, March 27.

Each day 40 things are put out, meaning the good deals will not sell out right away, and the oversized garage sale will last into June.

Some sample prices: 200 dollars for a TV, 70 for a bullhorn, and a toonie for a windsheild scraper.

It runs daily from 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m., at VANOC's Delta warehouse - 7530 Hopcott Road.


I heard this on the Kid Carson show this morning, a guy called in and said his friend works for Vanoc so his friend has first dibs on the merchandise. The guy said that a 42" LCD TV is really for $200.

I'm gonna go check it out!

[Spectre_Cdn]

I heard the 42" plasmas are $499 and the 26" LCD's are $200.

And, this has already been posted in the Olympics thread: http://www.revscene.net/forums/official-vancouver-2010-t592748p86.html

[marc0lishuz]

I was there on Saturday. TVs sell out fast! So do laptops. The 42" is $500, the 26" is $199, and laptops are $300-ish, I believe.

Other than that, just a lot of household stuff used in the Athlete's Village - garbage cans, ironing boards, cutlery, dishes, rope, fridges, leather couches, coffee tables, extension cords, flashlights, etc.

Anyone with VANOC accreditation can bring a guest before the sale opens to the public.

[Shun Izaki]

Cool story, bro

[twitchyzero]

What kinda of TV is it? Panasonic Plasma's im assuming?

[marc0lishuz]

The 42" is a Panasonic, the 26" is an RCA.

I got the 26" :thumbsup:

[!Aznboi128]

^ should be as they are sponsors

[$_$]

What's the retail on one of those things? The 42" I mean. I'm out right now so can't check, but I want to go and check it out and see if I can snag one. Can someone also tell me
if this will work as a computer monitor ?
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[- kT]

What's the retail on one of those things? The 42" I mean. I'm out right now so can't check, but I want to go and check it out and see if I can snag one. Can someone also tell me
if this will work as a computer monitor ?
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depending on the model, a 42" panasonic plasma is anywhere from ~1000-1500 dollars

that's gonna be a pretty big computer monitor if that's what you get it for though =\ eyesore

[Spectre_Cdn]

The 42" is the TCP42X1, which is 720p, so you probably wouldn't want to use it as a computer monitor. It's retail price now is about $700-800, but most stores don't carry it anymore.

[flagella]

So when does this start and end in terms of dates?

[twitchyzero]

The 42" is the TCP42X1, which is 720p, so you probably wouldn't want to use it as a computer monitor. It's retail price now is about $700-800, but most stores don't carry it anymore.

it's a decent deal at best then..300 hours since they were probably on 24/7 for 2 weeks straight..maybe longer for the paralympics as well. not sure but they might even add taxes even though its considered flee market?

[ShyGuy]

these tv's should have a 60,000hr life though

[mickz]

By VANOC accreditation do they mean actual VANOC employees or anyone who has an Olympic accreditation?

[Meowjin]

do you think tv's will be left when it opens to public sat?

[TOS'd]

^ apparently they only release 20 or so per day, to give everyone a chance to get them. so i assume there will be some everyday, but you probably have to get there REALLY REALLY early.


for anyone whos gone already, whats the layout like, like where are the electronics etc if i were to dash for a tv or something. tia

[murd0c]

I only work monday next week so I may head down early. Can we pick more then one item?

[tiger_handheld]

What's the retail on one of those things?

More than you can afford pal, PANASONIC!

[StylinRed]

What's the retail on one of those things? The 42" I mean. I'm out right now so can't check, but I want to go and check it out and see if I can snag one. Can someone also tell me
if this will work as a computer monitor ?
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The 42" is the TCP42X1, which is 720p, so you probably wouldn't want to use it as a computer monitor. It's retail price now is about $700-800, but most stores don't carry it anymore.

if you order from the states (crutchfield, amazon, bhphoto) its $599 for a new one and $499 for a used one

so it doesn't sound like its a fantastic deal but a nice one

[K-Dub]

By VANOC accreditation do they mean actual VANOC employees or anyone who has an Olympic accreditation?
yea i want to know cause i worked as well, but i wasn't part of VANOC.

[garage.adrian]

Does anyone if they will be selling any 1080P LCD's?

[krazynuck]

i bought a 19" SHARP for $99 retails for $229 at Future Shop

I also got the 26" Panasonic which is about $375 USD on AMAZON.COM

I went Sunday and Monday and the line ups were huge already....

I talked to people and they arrived at 4am!!!

Items for Sale that i can remember

Panasonic 26" LCD TV - $199
Panasonic 42" TV - $499
Acer 15" computer monitor - $29
Acer 17" monitor - $79 (I think)
RCA 26" LCD Tv - $199
Sharp 19" LCD TV - $99
Acer Desktop computer - $199
GE 18 cubic Firdge - $225
GE Microwave - $29
Acer Laptop (win xp, 180 gig HD, 1 gig ram...cant remember rest) - $260
Shovels - $13
Fire Extingusher - $19.99
Tourch Relay shirts S/S - $5
Tourch Relay shirts L/S - $10
Tourch Relay jackets and Pants - $150
Own the Podium Sweater - $130
Pleather couch - $199
Pleather Loveseat - $150
Pleather Chair - $99
Power bars - $5 or $10 (depending on new and used)
Extension Cords - $5 or $10 (depending on new and used)
Fake Snow - $5/box
Hangers (20pack) - $1.49

They had toasters, plates, coffee makers and other house hold crap as well....

thats all i can remember for now....other then there is NO PARKING!! you have to park on the street up the way a bit and walk....

it is worth it to check out though

[twitchyzero]

nothing seems to be very good...unless the pleather loveseat is decent size/quality

[sh0n]

Quite interested in the pleather couch any idea on measurements, quantity and color available?

Any intel would be great

[J____]

lol pleather sofas with olympians' jizz stains? no thanks

[chun]

If you're buying a fridge, just pray you didn't get Team Korea's leftovers.

We took over their office for Paralympics and the smell in the fridge was FOUL.

[Nocardia]

Does anyone know if they are selling the wrap they used on the fencing around downtown?

[marc0lishuz]

Layout:
You will be in line outside, so be prepared for the weather. Once allowed in, the very first table you see will have display models of the TVs and laptops. There are limited number of units available each day, so you need to get there very early.
Go to the TV/laptop you want and grab the sheet with a barcode on it. This will secure your purchase. Take the sheet, and pay for your purchase. There is a limit on one per person.
You present your receipt on another side of the warehouse, and that's when you will get your product.

Accreditation:
Any VANOC accreditation will do - if you are a paid VANOC employee or a Volunteer, you can be allowed to purchase before the public sale.

Method of payment:
Credit cards are all accepted (not just Visa).
Taxes are charged on top of the ticket price.

Couches:
Dark brown, looks okay, doesn't feel particularly high-end, quite uncomfortable to sit in (firm cushions).