A $200 difference is a significant difference. Assuming it isn't a blowout (do we still have them?), the less expensive dealer is an option I would seriously consider. And definitely consider if "reputable". If it is a dealer that has a history of problems, then the $200 wouldn't motivate me at all.
Gerry
It is not a blowout. This is a preorder for the vision line big boy. Both dealers are forum sponsors. Both seem to get high praise from all that have used them. I probably won't get the big boy. I don't really have the space for it. At the same time, I really like the looks and sound of it. I do have 072 track. Just not sure how this thing would look going around the curves. I keep going back and forth on this item. I guess there is also the possibility that even if I preorder now, I might not get it because I technically missed the cutoff date.