I remember when I set up an account years ago and i was thinking to myself this seems stupid....pretty much had the same attitude as d0n, this is the 2009 or whatever it was back then.
But once it was all set up its done. I still buy from him to this day along with other major players. Now i just pay him from an app on my phone when package arrives.. I would also assume if you are an American customer, can you send him an Etransfer?
PBR great prices especially if you spend over $100 and great service along with decent shipping costs on most items....downside for me as Canadian ....parcels usually take min 2 weeks, Marco, Planetary and Pinball Life fair prices but better if you can buy in bulk and they have really stepped up their shipping prices lately and will receive in 3-4 days.
D0n if you are an active pinhead like you say ....then I'm sure you will need PBR(Steve) in your life at some point or at least know someone with an account especially if you own Gottlieb.
Just take the plunge and set up an account then its over and you can have enjoyable orders for years to come. I am sure there will be a day when PBR comes to cart based shopping but I don't see it anytime real soon.