You can't accurately price a Lenovo machine unless you are using epp coupons: http://shoplenovo.i2.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/ibmeppfrie...

I got the same X1, but with base 3 year warranty and no upgrade on HDD for $1,449.27 CAD, and you can easily put in a 120gb Vertex 3 for an extra $260.

At least here in Canada we've got RedFlagDeals.com that always has an ongoing discount thread for lenovo, and sometimes you can get way better discounts than above.