for me..

Q1 ) yes.. but it depends as well on my mood that time and "feel" to buy it or not

Q2 ) if there is no choice.. will need to buy it online.. else.. i still prefer to go there on t he spot and feel the items myself.. at least i can have a look on it

Q3 ) location wise. it doesnt matter to me.. as long as i like it.. no matter the distance.. i will be there too .. (** err.. driving 1 hour to there is still acceptable for me )

Q4 ) no preference.. but would say shop lot better than shopping mall .. when renting cost is concern .. i guess part of the rent will be included in the selling price as well ?

good luck