[ltp] How do the new T60s compare to the older T42 Thinkpads?

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Hey all,

I'm thinking about picking up a new T42 ThinkPad while they are still
available. There are a bunch on sale at ubid.com for $550.00-$625.00. 

How do the new Lenovo T60/61 units compare to one of these last classic
ThinkPads? I have read that the T60s are flimsier and that the
components are cheaper and have a higher failure rate. Is this true?

What have people found w/these? How do they compare? Thanks for
responses and advice.