^ That's correct. The classic flap's the usually go on sale are from the cruise lines (e.g. tweed and fabric). Leather (caviar & lambskin) is NEVER on sale.
Actually I have seen the pink classic flap on sale at Chanel in Seattle Nordstrom. They were originally at about $1700 and for sale at approx $1100. The price is very attractive but I passed on it because I am not a pink gal.