I've bought most of my Amvona stuff using the eBay auction. If you just keep watching you eventually get one where you can get a real steal and its all brand new merchandise. I noted a current auction for the 7' octabox and lights also that closes in a few hours and is only up to $57. Here is the link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/PHOTO-DIGITAL-VI...QQcmdZViewItem
Is this similar to the one you got?
Cheers,
rfs