Something like that! It's a common practice apparently with pretty much any make. Also these cars often can not be advertised on the dealerships website for some reason so wort checking regularly at local dealership what pre-reg cars they have or getting they usually able to tell before the stock comes in.
You've got a fabulous car in a great spec with an amazing engine!!! I'd like my next one in that colour but that's something can not be guaranteed with pre-reg sadly.