I don't think I agree with the OP's perspective. $2500-$3000 in 8 months? Not likely.
Not taking sides, but early last year when the price bounced from $12 - $15 to $40, did you expect it to hit $1,000+ before December? Not likely.
Even with that scenario, it would put btc at $1500, not double the estimate by the OP. Also, btc has some catching up to do since the MtGox debacle.