[maxaf]

+1. Also goes without saying that Amazon has lots of quality refurb ThinkPads. They're priced accordingly but are solid machines nevertheless.

[gravypod]

Honestly you can't go wrong with buying some off craigslist. The same if not better price.

[maxaf]

I do a lot of craigslist deals, and it's not for the faint of heart. Here in NYC one has to be a bit street smart to avoid getting robbed or worse by a craigslist buyer or seller.

Amazon is probably a safer place for most people.