i truck down to the local apple centre to see about getting my laptop repaired.
the receptionist calls the head technician down you has a quick look at the it. we chat a bit.
not a problem as it turns out.
its just the hinge that is broken, apparently it's a common fault. luckily enough apple have just reduced the cost of the part too. the technician prints me a quote (and charges me £50 for the priviledge!)
here is what it says;
FAULT DESCRIPTION
broken right hinge
ITEMS FOR REPAIR
PB G4 800/1024/60/combo/dvi/ap
PARTS REQUIRED
disply module 15.2" part no. 661-2691 order no. SOR116874
PRICE
£1161.86
PARTS TOTAL £1161.86
LABOUR £100.00
VAT £220.83
GRAND TOTAL £1482.69
yes.... that's what i thought