I did a lot of shopping around for shipping and being a convertible it "has to go on top" which supposedly cost extra, but I was able to get it done for $860 (2,500 miles) it was picked up last Thurs. night and should arrive today or tomorrow.

As far as taxes go my understanding is that I will have to pay the difference in state tax from CA. vs. FL. And car has to be inspected since it's from out of state (shouldn't be an issue - i've already done this with a previous used car).