I bought an Audi on eBay once and after looking into all the options, I paid $550 to have it shipped from NY to FL because of the issues with trying to find a temporary permit.
I calculated my cost for the airline ticket, fuel and possibly a hotel room and decided the car transport fee was definitely the way to go. (not to mention the cost of my time)
Regardless, either way you go, it's exciting taking possession of the "new ride".