Recommendation on Where to Buy Legit SW

Hi,

I am looking for a way to buy a legitimate copy of SQL Server 2005 1 socket version at a discounted price. Please know I am NOT looking for any hacks or pirated software. It is just that the $3,500 price is a but steep for my budget. I was hoping I could find something for $1,000 - $2,000.

There used to be places that re-sold software from companies that either closed or had excess stock. I have not had any luck finding any. I thought I would see if anyone here had a recommendation. I hope this doesn't violate any of the forum's TOS (since I want a genuine MS product with license key).

Thanks for your help.

 

I have had good luck on eBay, but you have to be careful

 

Thanks Bilb0, I have been checking there but so far I have seen few listings and the prices are no better than if I purchased retail. I remember some years ago there are companies out there that buy computer equipment from firms that downsize or go out of business and resell it at a heavy discount. This is what I am looking for.