I agree with Tripster, its sad to see people buy stuff, just to make a quick profit, and possibly deny a fan or genuine collector. Its supply and demand, its the way it works.
I did get the chance to buy one, i got the email, but in the cold light of day, i could not justify buying one, as i already own a S2E-X model, so 2K for a fancy paint job and some limited edition parts.
Dont get me wrong im a fan of the CHPT3 bromptons, but its not too far removed from what i already own.
Two ways to stop the profiteering is for Brompton to offer the CHPT3 all the time (not limited edition)
or refuse to pay the
Ebay price.
In my opinion 4K or more, for a Brompton is way too much to pay.
Nobody likes being ripped off, and when you know the retail price vs the Ebay price, well a fool and his money.
So to the Ebay sellers, you will not be getting my money, so enjoy your 2K paperweight, and if you do find someone to pay your asking price, well enjoy your shameless profiteering