[dannyhilton]

Yup, Troy hit the nail on the head here buddy. Just ignore the dealer, and don't go back. Take your device to a dealer that doesn't tell you blatant lies, as more than likely, that's what it is. There is nothing on the Ford Australia website saying about a price rise. There are plenty of cheap ECOnetics about too, as Troy pointed out. Good luck and I hope you get a good bargain!