I am currently in the search for a good laptop I can use on Elida and during my university studies. It cannot cost more than 5000 SEK (€ 550) and must be a reliable machine. I need a graphics card that Linux can utilize with 3d acceleration and at least 512 megabytes of memory. I also require a WiFi card and a decent processor. The Centrino family seems to suit me the best, they have low power consumption and have integraded Wifi.
The best laptops so far:

• IBM Thinkpad T4x
  I like this one because it is a solid construction and a good brand; I know several people that have IBM Thinkpads. The charger connection is a plain round-type and not the stupid proprietary format that Dell uses.
• Dell Latitude D600
  A small laptop, I believe that a friend of mine had such a laptop not long ago. I am unsure of the physical quality of this, but I believe the performance is good. I hate the Latitude chargers, though

The edge is definitely on the Thinkpad, and I have found several on different sites for good prices. If you have any laptop that would fit the bill and you are interested in selling it to me, contact me and perhaps we can get a deal. Hurry, though. I need the laptop very soon.