Upgrade iPhone 3G 8GB to iPhone 3G 16GB

Hi All,
I am a current user of a black iPhone 3G (8GB), and I've decided I would like to upgrade to an iPhone 3G (White, 16GB). I was wondering if anyone has experience doing this, or if it is allowed by Apple. I bought my iPhone 3G the day it was released in mid-July, but was wondering if it is a simple (or possible) process to go to the Apple Store, purchase the white iPhone 3G for $299, and then sell my current black iPhone 3G. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Thank you for your reply, that does make sense. Though I do have to say, doesn't that seem like poor business sense on Apple's behalf? Instead of Apple making $299 from me, they're making $0 (I most certainly will not pay $499 for the 16GB). You would think they would make an exception for customers who have already purchase iPhone 3Gs, and are looking to upgrade further. It's not like the demand is SO high that I'd be taking a product away from another potential customer, so I guess I have trouble understanding why Apple wouldn't be willing to cooperate. But, I guess that's a battle I won't win. Again, thank you for the reply!

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