I have (had) the Q. It Sucked big time.
I shelled out $600+ for an iPhone yesterday. Got to the line and was approached by the third guy in line - $1500 for the phone and his spot. Yeah, F'N right! About 30 spots down some kid about 16yo said he was selling his spot for $20. So I made a deal with him to be back at 6pm with a burger meal for him and his 20spot. easy.
I'm an apple guy, business has been good and I don't mind spending $600+. and actually the way I look at it this phone cost me $600 + tax $ 26 for the kid's spot +$175 current phone contract cancelation penalty.