Any Good Deals on Quad G5 when odering FCP

We recently purcashed 2 Quad G5 systems with FCP and got £200 rebate for purchasing together - does anyone know if there is any offers like this..
Also secondly is this the worst time to buy a G5 considering that it will superceded soon but doesn't seem to be discounted to reflect this yet...?
Lastly this will be used mainly as a Graphics Station with After Effects as well.. does any know if the Quadro FX card at an extra £1100 quid will be worth the extra money!?!
Your thoughts would be very appreciated..

My thughts:
What exactly is this post about?
You got a deal. Then you ask if there are deals...
If you already purchased, it's a little late to wonder if it's not the best time... But do keep in mind that not all software is ready for the universal version.
The Quadro fx? I went with the 7800 and it's just fine for me-- but we're not a high-end graphics shop.

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