There are a few small dealers, esp out west (think prospecting country) that probably have Equinoxes on their shelves or low single digit waiting lists. Just have to do a little detective work and make some phone calls per Norm(sel). I am surprised how many folks are willing to fork over money to a dealer and let them sit on your cash for months. It does not have to be that way, believe me. Look for the little guy, especialy those who support Tnet and you can reduce the frustration factor. This is not the first time I have posted this advice, IN THIS THREAD, yet it seems folks would rather follow the crowd and stew about it. I don't get it.
Not a criticism, I get the frustration (been there, done that, no more!), all I am saying is there is something you can proactively do about it.