Dell Latitude Laptop with 14.1" LCD, Intel Core 2 Duo at 2.4GHz, 2GB RAM, and 250GB hard drive for $667.80 shipped.  Note that this laptop comes with full-frame Magnesium alloy construction with all-metal hinges.

1. Go through this link to get started.
2. Select the following upgrades: Intel Core 2 Duo T8600 2.4GHz, 2GB RAM, 250GB, 8x DVD reader, Wireless-N (802.11n).
3. Apply coupon code 7JDSW51GJB$QWW, which takes 30% off $950 or more.
4. The final total should be $667.80 as shown in this screenshot.

The key is to get the configuration above $950 before any discount and then apply the coupon code.  For example, it may be desirable to get a DVD burner instead of a reader as well as other tweaks to best meet your needs.