Can I ask how recent this was? And did they honour the price before the increase? Not that $10 makes any difference in the grand scheme of things hahaha I've been on the waiting list since end of December, and each time I call up they say different things to me. Recently they have said there is 2 waiting list. One for paid/deposit, and one for not. I asked if making a deposit helps, and they said not much. So I didn't go in person to do it. But from what you've said, it sure does. It pretty much buts you on top of their list because I gather not many would put a deposit considering the amount and there is no guarantee if they will get one.
Anyway, how are you finding it? I bet you are using it, and enjoying it heaps? You should post some pics. I would love to see it.