Earl, I went through the same experience as you. I even went up to Bangor and at the time there were 3 TMs in the lot. The next Spring only one left and the price tag was a bit much. My search began in December. I did some digging and networking with other TM owners. I ended up finding a 2021 2720QB in Virginia. With a little help from a neighboring TM owner, I got it home with my new F150 Powerboost. Average 16-17 mpgs.
It just so happens I live in Western Mass and yet another TM owner is about 2 miles away.
You can probably meet up with both of us in the same trip.
If interested, respond to my email and we can communicate from there.
Best of luck finding your TM!
Lloyd Martin
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