Thanks for the input. I wonder if it would be best to just drive myself back and have my stuff shipped, and eliminate towing - the Vibe with the trailer, or the Vibe on the trailer - altogether.

I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe, high miles (218K), automatic. It is in great shape and runs like a champ, no problems. I am being transferred back to the midwest and need to bring some new furniture back with me. I would like to rent a 4x8 trailer from UHaul for the 1200 mile trip. I just ordered all my...