"We would like to meet you in person and 'test' you for a day to make a decision. - Cool?"

Those are his exact words to my email I sent this morning, which was a quotation for working onsite. It was pretty high. I charged him separately for the research, one sales letter draft, one email draft, and trasportation expenses (either a car rental or train).

I'm not even sure if he is considering my offer or just wants to slam me when I arrive in San Diego. The problem is transportation and I can't stress it enough. MY CAR WON'T MAKE IT TO SAN DIEGO! IT'S A PIECE OF SHIT!

Should I just bluntly tell the guy this? Any other thoughts? Anyone? Bueller???

At the moment, I am researching trains to take me to my destination. If its feasible to travel via train, I would consider visiting.

WWOPFD? (What would other professional freelancers do?)