You can buy a Rebel K2 body, with lens for less than $200 brand new:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...l_K2_35mm.html
While I agree that buying used can be the way to go, make sure that you buy something that uses the current lens mount system of whatever brand you buy. That way, if you decide to move to digital you don't have to start over.