I just got my 550 X2 delivered today. Paid $8400 for it. I must say that price wasn't a major factor in my decision making, so sticker shock never really set in. I wanted a 2-seater so I can take my wife or one of my kids out on occasion without needing to worry (too much) about them falling off. I've never owned an ATV before, so 800 seemed like a bit more than I needed at the moment (though I wasn't completely against the idea). I'm guessing my next one will likely be an 800. I went for the dump box thinking it may get some good use around the house. My wife loves to garden, so if I can use one of my toys to help her out with it, all the better. Sure, it doesn't have power steering, but then again, it's not an 800.. I'm not convinced it needs it.
I must admit, when I first started looking, I was really considering the 09 800 X2, but after speaking with others about the differences, the overwhelming verdict was that the 2010's were much better overall due primarily to the body style changes. It's also my understanding that the '09 models didn't come with the front storage box, which the 2010 does... so that's a little of your price difference there.
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