ZeroComp, I have a laptop that is perfect for you...Mine is not currently for sale but theres always a few on ebay. Just search IBM Thinkpad A31. They usually go for 450-600 dollars.
Basic Specs:
IBM Thinkpad A31
System model: 2652-D3U S/N: 78-CFVG5
1.6Ghz Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor - M
256MB of Memory
30GB Hard Drive
Internal CDRW Drive
Internal Floppy
32MB ATI MOBILITY RADEON 7500 AGP 1400 X 1050 resolution
Intergrated 10/100 Ethernet
Intergrated 56k voice/fax modem
Two USB ports
15" TFT-active matrix FlexView display with wide viewing angle and high density
I'm may be selling mine in a while, send me a pm if you like.