I've delivered planes over long distances, as well.
Just don't fall in love with the plane before you actually get a chance to see it. Other than that, I'm happy for you!!!
If I may make a suggestion, Bryan, whichever airplane you might ultimately set your sights on have the owner set up an appointment for a owner's assisted annual and then you, the owner and I/A can go through the airplane together eliminating all surprises. Of course, if you set your sights on this airplane the I/A that I would whole heartily recommend would be
Steve Pankonin. [
stevesaircraft.com].
To sweeten the deal if you want to look at Randy's airplane you would have a choice of places to sleep, vehicles to drive, and in our case, an airplane to use if need be!
Bill