BP - I'm not sure what kind of recumbent yet. The transportation issue may possibly control the issue of a SWB or allow a LWB. I'm in my mid 60's so I want comfort. I have to believe a LWB is more comfortable than a SWB.

My LBS sells SUN but I am not adverse to buying a previously owned bike off the net. It looks like you can get some good prices on Tour Easy's and several other bikes with a good name. There is a RANS dealer down in New Olreans. I'm going to give him a call to see if he has any in stock that I could test ride.

As I said in my OP, transporting by car on a rack is an absolute necessity. I was wondering if anyone made a rack that would carry a LWB. I am going to Google recumbent bike racks this morning and see what I get.

Thanks