Hi everyone, I have to post a correction and an apology (I choke on humble pie!). I am really embarrassed by this blunder!
I originally told you I paid $1,750.00 for the 5D MkII.
I made this assumption on the fact that I hadn't been able to find my original receipt so looked at my credit card statement for that date that said I paid $1,750.00 to JB Hi Fi.
Well after everyone saying this was too cheap I went hunting through boxes of receipts and paperwork and Wallah! I found it! The price paid was actually $2,750.00.
What actually happened is I took out an interest free loan with HSBC at the store for the extra $1,000.00.
Still no excuse for misleading as it was negligent of me.
So I am VERY sorry everyone for the confusion and misinformation.
Apart from that I think I got a really good deal for an Australian purchase with Australian body. I bought my 1D MKII overseas and when I wanted it warranty serviced for a problem Canon refused (even if I paid) as it was "Grey Market" so I decided never to buy a grey market body again. Regards Don.