> You are correct, though, about saying most people who buy SUVs don't need one. But then, most people also don't need Tommy Hilfiger clothing, backyard swimming pools, filet mignon, cruise ship vacations, titanium golf clubs, or tickets to the Super Bowl.

You got me that time! Nobody actually needs 11 motor scooters. And cruise ship vacations are one of my weaknesses. Our 9th one is next month.
I'll have filet mignon at least once while I'm on board.

But I don't have unlimited disposable income. I have yet to own a motor vehicle made in this century, and most of my vacations are cheap because I have a good connection to the travel industry. My house is almost 40 years old and there is no swimming pool out back. I still dress like the 70's, don't play golf, hate football (I watch the races on TV), and I've practically given up fishing.

Have you ever tried to back a car out from between two SUV's? I've learned to turn on the four-way flashers and ease out like a snail. If horns don't blow, I keep easing until I can see.
Howard