Asking Dealer to drive half way.

Yes, a dealer will sometimes deliver a trailer or camper that is already paid for and everything is done in order. That happens alot when you buy a rig in CA and live elsewhere. To avoid sales tax the rig has to be delivered (to OR in my case) and signed by a Notary so the dealer can prove it was purchased and delivered to an out of state buyer. But I had to buy it at the dealer, do the walk through at the dealer, etc., etc.

Get off your lazy rear and take a little trip! Geeez!
The dealer's business site is going to be able to handle any little loading or tie down issues much better than off in some parking lot!
AND you'll be able to stay in your new camper and not even have to get a motel room (look out Walmart)!

A dealer is going to want to be sure that your truck is properly able to handle the camper weight and is securely attached to the truck before you drive off. If there is a problem with your truck and they had it on a truck of their own, they would then be having to drive back with it to their location.

If I am buying an RV from a dealer I am paying a premium over a private party sale. For that added cost I expect a higher level of service but that means being able to go to see the camper and have it operating perfectly and if I find a problem at that time the dealer's people will fix it. I don't want to discover a problem after I get home and then have to drive to the dealer to get it fixed. Think about it.

With a 6 hour drive I would plan on staying at a motel in the town where the dealer is located the night before. Then arrive when they open to start doing the paperwork and checking out the camper in the daylight and getting it loaded onto the truck. If you can get the wiring for the truck done beforehand do so though you can also have the dealer do it before mounting the camper. You will be done by noon and back on the highway and heading home.

I drove 4 hours to check out my camper, spent a couple of hours there checking it out, dealing, and purchasing with cash. Then had to go home and wait for the title to clear before making another trip back to pick it up. Asking a dealer to meet you halfway is likely to get you laughed at I'm guessing.

I drove 900 miles each way to get my camper. Saved thousands of dollars and we had a great time on the way home. From Sacramento, CA to Tucson, AZ and back again. In July I might add. Temps over 110 degrees. The dealership had their own RV campground and we spent a couple days learning about our new RV while we had all their facilities to draw upon if needed.

6 hours should not be a concern.

One recommendation from personal experience, if you are going to be a long distance from a dealer, or manufacturer/seller in my case, plan to spend a few days camping in the area. I strongly recommend this especially if the cost is significant as was my case with a highly customized Host Everest. I live 75mi west of KC, and before I committed to buy, I and DW flew to Spokane, rented a car and drove several hours to Bend to visit factory and discuss in person my specific wants. When we decided to buy, it was a 1600mi trip to Bend. My mistake was to head out right way for Glacier and Yellowstone on our way home. Had I not left so soon, I could have had the factory address several problems, instead of dealing with them when I got home (the price for saving the dealer markup and not having a dealer to go to). Best of luck with your purchase plans.

I was considering buying used units from dealers and I noticed that they would fix the things i wanted fixed only in agreement of a sale, so buying used you would do well to inspect it first. I could see maybe a new one delivered like that but still they usually have minor issues.
A thorough walk down is in order for either. Good luck! I like those small Lances. They build a nice camper.

I sort of feel fortunate that my dealer is only an hour drive. It definitely was a large factor in determining what camper I bought. Admittedly it wouldn't have been my first choice, but I've had a couple small issues and only having to drive an hour there is great. Plus they are really good to me.

Only 6 hours away...? My first TC we drove from Las Vegas to (past) Denver. 2nd TC drove from Vegas to Salt Lake. Can't imagine a dealer meeting you halfway but you can always ask.

Depends on the dealer and if he has someone around.

He might not charge anything taking a hit on his profit or not give such a discount during the price negotiations to make up the difference.

Usually, a fair price for delivery is $1 - $3 per loaded mile. Just fuel and vehicle cost will be about 50 cents/mile plus at least $20/hour for his driver and these charges are for both way.

But I agree with others, unless this is a done deal or you have already looked at the unit on a previous trip, I wouldn't buy without seeing it.

You should be able to drive up, take delivery and then spend the night at the dealer in the camper before driving back. He should be able to provide electric hookups too.

I drove 7 hours to look at mine from an individual, carried a sleeping bag and change of clothes with me. First night was spent on the dinette (no mattress) with a sleeping bag in a Walmart parking lot. Actually had to go in the store to buy a gallon of water for brushing my teeth and drinking. Didn't even have a battery in the camper at the time. No regrets and a great memory.