I've mentioned in a couple other threads on the R8 that at my local dealer, buying three cars previously wasn't enough to get on the "list." No dollar amount was mentioned but I think the folks getting one from them have already bought RS and S cars, A8's, etc, my lowly TT's and A3's weren't enough revenue. They are a big dealer, I think my salesman there said they got two in calendar year 2007 and will get four this year and have over a dozen customers wanting them, so they are currently taking no more deposits. Personally I think supply and demand will meet in the next year or so and at that time anyone will be able to order one and expect it in a reasonable amount of time. For now the R8 is an "It" car and you either get lucky buying one at MSRP or pay the flippers for one without waiting.

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Scott
2006 Cayman S
2008 MINI S