Had one come through the shop I was working at this summer, as a special order. It certainly didn't take as long as yours did, but that was earlier this summer.
I've put a few short rides on it. Other than being two sizes too small for me it is a very trick bike. The suspension design is quite efficient and obviously the parts selection is very trick.
Sorry to hear you've been waiting so long, but IMO this bike is worth the wait. I doubt you'll be dissapointed (as long as you get it, of course).