I just ordered a T61 with 7500 for $1500. Not too bad..I paid over $3k for my T41 which is retiring from late 2003.
I got the basic stuff, 2.2G, 2G RAM, integrated video, 14 WXGA+, 60G HD (I have a 100G 7200RPM sitting on my desk that I will replace the OEM one with), DVD burner...