These old T.V.s might be out of style, but they can be pretty easily repurposed into a trendy shabby chic bookshelf. It might take a little effort to get all of the old electronics out but there are usually a couple of screws in the back holding everything together and you shouldn't have to bust any screens unless you want to of course.
After you take everything out, it's just a matter of giving the box a paint job and screwing in a couple of wooden panels.