In my area there are two large auctions each year that specialize in tools and equipment.
Last week I was at the last one of the year and picked up a small 8" cast iron table saw, and an older cast band saw for ten dollars each!
Most things right now are going for about ten cents on the dollar, unreal deals are out there.
In this down economy there are lots of opportunities to pick up good equipment at bargain prices. Just thought I'd mention the auction scene.