2012 might be too long to wait. I am kinda waiting to see what the 2011 models bring.

Have guys been having problems with the 2010 800's drivetrain? Is the 800 engine and drive line similar to what they have been using in the rzr's or something completely new?

I'd also considered the 2010 400 ranger. $8300 otd for it. The 2010 ranger 800 is $10,700 otd.
2005 or 2006 sound like they may be the way to go if a clean one can be found.

I think my local dealer is great, but they always have a lot of ranger's in the pick-up area of their yard.
I'm coming from the dirt bike world where reliability is so good it's a non-issue. I was really shocked to read some of these posts and talk to owners of utv's.

Thanks,