Mom wants a Thinkpad

[MikeCL]

She saw and used my T400 so she's in love with it now.. Which one would she want? I know she wants one of the older models but not too sure what she wants.. she like the solid keyboard feel but she feels mine is a little on the heavy side but to me it feels normal given some of the larger screen laptops I've used.

[jayton4]

Sounds like she wants the T400s/T410s/T420s. The s models are a little bit lighter and thinner than the T400.

[ZaZ]

If you're T400 is too heavy, perhaps a X20x or X30x is worth a look.

[pianowizard]

I know she wants one of the older models but not too sure what she wants.. she like the solid keyboard feel but she feels mine is a little on the heavy side

If she likes "older" because she wants cheap, then the X61 and X61s are worth considering, especially if she likes 4:3 aspect ratio. The X200 and X200s are a bit pricier but are newer, widescreen, and have higher screen resolution. I have read that the T400s is not so reliable, and it's probably a bit on the expensive side anyway. The T410s, T420s and X30* recommended by others would cost even more.

[MikeCL]

If she likes "older" because she wants cheap, then the X61 and X61s are worth considering, especially if she likes 4:3 aspect ratio. The X200 and X200s are a bit pricier but are newer, widescreen, and have higher screen resolution. I have read that the T400s is not so reliable, and it's probably a bit on the expensive side anyway. The T410s, T420s and X30* recommended by others would cost even more.

Ugh well shes telling me she wants the same as mine or better so I figure I would just get the same or if I find a slightly higher model get that if it's a good deal.

[RealBlackStuff]

I happen to have a nice T400 for sale.
T400 (6475-HF8)
Based 6475-11G: P8600(2.4GHz), 2GB RAM, 160GB 7200rpm HD, 14.1in 1280x800 LCD, Intel 4500MHD, CDRW/DVD, Intel 802.11agn wireless, WWAN option, Bluetooth, Modem, 1Gb Ether, UltraNav, Sec Chip, FPR Rdr, 6c Li-Ion, WinVista Business 32
Exact specifications can be discussed.
PM me if interested.

[pianowizard]

Ugh well shes telling me she wants the same as mine or better so I figure I would just get the same or if I find a slightly higher model get that if it's a good deal.

Sounds like the T410s would be the best for her. It's almost the same as your T400, except it's significantly lighter.