Like you, Menthol, I was the force behind us buying our villa. My other half said something similar to yours - and I was so amazed that he agreed at all (and so readily) that I wasted no time in case he changed his mind.
I loved the plans and small model (it was not built at that stage) and within the week we were there (in Olu Deniz, Oct 2009), we signed up to buy. Crazy, yes - hardly any research, yes - suffering the consequences, yes (see other posts re problems with Tapu & habitation certificate) ....and no! We do have a lovely villa, finally built- in delightful Koca Calis, close to beaches and other amenities - and I can't wait to return (husband likes it too and has never had a go at me for rushing him into it).
We'll be there in under a week and I've just brought in the cases to think about packing.
Best advice I can give on your purchase, get your lawyer to carefully check all the paper work, Tapu, Habitation Certificate etc before you sign anything and don't believe a word of any "promises"! What about house surveys in Turkey before buying? Post pictures of the two villas you like, exteriors and interiors too. I just love looking at Turkish villas! I'll imagine I'm there helping you choose!
Quackers and Menthol, are you free late morning of Tuesday 17th which is the day after we arrive (previous evening)? Join us for a cuppa at Villa Loumar? Quackers knows where we are, and I can send you a map, Menthol. Any other CBFer who lives near the Angel bar/cafe is also welcome! I won't have much in stock at this stage, so you might have to supply your own biscuits and put up with creamer in your tea till I purchase fresh milk!