That's the way the ThinkPad crumbles...

My ThinkPad crumbles
I had my R61 since two years and all this time the case has been slowly crumbling. Even when doing nothing, various parts of it just fall off. I occasionally find bits and pieces of it either in my bag or around it on the desk.
It's like the case has been made too brittle. The bottom case is covered with long cracks, in the vent outlet 50% of ribs missing. Two long cracks on the inside, and a nail-sized piece fell off from under the USB post.
The LID cover seems to be made properly as it does not wear any cracks or signs of crumbling.
It's ridiculous. ThinkPads are supposed to be robust business laptops but this one feels like it was made of a digestive biscuit.
What can I do about it? The laptop is long out of warranty but do you think I could claim a replacement under faulty craftsmanship which covers goods for 5 years after manufacturing? If so, how could I approach Lenovo? I live in the EU, if it makes a difference.
Any ideas or comments welcome.

A more detailed version of OP's story is available here:
http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=108095
Wondering what other details might have been left out...
Cheers,
George
In daily use: R60F, R500F, T61, T410
Collecting dust: T60
Enjoying retirement: A31p, T42p,
Non-ThinkPads: Panasonic CF-31 & CF-52, HP 8760W
Starting Thursday, 08/14/2014 I'll be away from the forums until further notice. Please do NOT send private messages since I won't be able to read them. Thank you.

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