Okay, this has been an interesting thread. I have a GMC Yukon '98 with 196k on it. It has and has always had the worst brakes of any "truck" I have owned. Also own an 04 Audi A6 wagon - LOVE IT - even though CR says it is a POS. Currently have ITB VW and open steel trailer. As Greg pointed out I too have growing desires - would eventually like a 24-28 foot closed. I will soon replace the Yukon and I do not want another full sized truck or SUV. I do not like the idea of towing with anything short of a half ton truck/suv/van. The cost of a dedicated tow vehicle even if well bought used does not make sense. I know our hobby doesn't make sense either, but most of us must balance all the things we spend our $$$ on. So, lately I have been leaning toward renting and approppriate tow vehivle as needed for race weekends and even splurging on an RV rental for big weekends. The $$$ work out very well when compared to the total expense of a dedicated tow vehicle. Anybody aggree or disagree?????