I know exactly how you feel! It's looking like I am going to be in the same boat as you. I would never let salt or snow touch my mustang. Let me know if you find someone who is inexpensive for enclosed transport in Illinois.
The time waiting doesn't even bother me (though I would love to...
I wonder how my dealer put mine in? Wonder if it was put in as custom too? I checked with Tricia and she said mine does not have a vin nor has it been scheduled.