Aside from “missed connections,” Craigslist can actually be a reliable place to find random shit that you really need (or think that you need). We did some investigative searching for the best items that you can purchase in metro Detroit, and of course, Craigslist didn’t disappoint.

Cartier Buffs ($150) Not white rims, but still have clout. Photo via
Eminem Rapping and Dancing Doll ($55) Never forget “Without Me” with this rare collectible. Photo via
Coat Collection ($150) We know it gets cold in the D. Photo via
Model A Ford Coupe Body ($4,600) Why have an entire Ford Model A when you could just have the body? Photo via
Gossip Chair ($150) For tea spilling. Photo via
Faygo Pop Machine ($525) This pop machine can make even a Michigan basement look good. Photo via
EverUs Used Engagement Ring ($300) The sentimental value makes it priceless. Photo via
3br – 1400ft2 – Swap my house in Detroit for yours in California (Swap) Yeah, OK. Photo via Craigslist
Detroit Tigers Monopoly ($20) Maybe Justin Verlander can help you be the next billionaire. Photo via
Used leather bombersuit ($500) One man’s trash is another man’s $500 treasure. Photo via
Full Mount Michigan Black Bear ($750) Imagine being a burglar and seeing this in the middle of your break-in. Photo via
House near airstrip ($299,000) The jet set is the only way to go. Photo via
Free Hot Tub (Free) I mean, if you’re offering. Photo via
Detroit Lions Twin Bunk Bed ($300) You gotta teach ‘em when they’re young: when you live in the D you’re a diehard Lions fan, no matter what. Photo via
Twilight Saga 5 blu ray disc set ($20) Are you #TeamJacob or #TeamEdward? Photo via
Gold Red Wing Charm ($80) Sportin’ the Wings in some 10K gold is the final touch to any game-day fit. Photo via
2 Victorian Style Clawfoot Bathtubs ($1000) Because who doesn’t need extra bathtubs? Photo via
40′ Obstacle Course inflatable by Ninja Jump ($3,000) Milkshakes no longer bring boys to the yard. Inflatables do. Photo via
Vintage Tin Detroit First Aid Co. ($18) Could double as a lunch box if we’re being honest here — versatility is key. Photo via
Antique Wooden Barber/Salon Chair ($525) Talk about a conversation piece. Photo via
Detroit Red Wings Clay Pot Both hockey and plants are pretty hardcore, maybe this pot will help you cultivate a greener thumb. Photo via Craigslist
Oil Painting of Young Lady ($45) A Portrait of a Young Artist. Photo via
Stroh’s Tin Bank with Can Opener ($60) Crack open a cold one with the boys while you’re saving for more cold ones. Photo via
Rooster-bantam ($10) Omelet stans to the front. Photo via

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