# Resell tested bulk disk drives

Bought rejected disk drives in bulk at auction from PC makers, tested them, and sold the working ones to shops and individuals.

| Tag | Value | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Physical products | 79% |
| Earns from | One-time sales | 87% |
| Startup cost (estimate) | Over $10k | 39% (low) |
| Time (estimate) | Part-time | 57% (low) |
| Where | Online and in person | 63% |
| Coding | No coding needed | 98% |

Source: [Ask HN: What is your money-making side project outside programming?](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=19726825), Hacker News, akg_67, 2019-04-23
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