RE: A small twist on an old question?
B&C, these guys are right. You can look at either the 2004 bows in your price range or you can get a good deal on a 2003 as they go on clearance. The biggest drawback to buying from a place such as Ebay is that you can' t shoot the bow before you buy it. From personal experience this is the most important thing you could do when buying a bow.
Also be sure to look into the warranty. Some manufacturers won' t let you transfer the registration to a new owner.