@Oscarmax The operator was most certainly not discussing rumours. It’s a definite policy change. However, they have left the door ajar by saying that they will consider exceptions. IMHO, paying a very high AP should be one of those exceptions and, for those who ordered prior to the policy change, I’m sure that it will be accepted as one.
Much as I love our current car, I don’t want it for 5 years as, in my eyes, it’s not financially viable, but I might want the option to extend for 2 years as long as I can order a new car, or leave the scheme, at any time within that 2 years. If nothing better comes on the scheme by April (when we can order) I shall be putting this to the test.