[pilgrim]

We looked and looked for a 23' CCD and finally found exactly what we wanted. We made the final "look at" and was ready to start the purchase process when we decided to look at a 25' one more time. Then we had to sleep on the decision and the next day we made our decision and purchased the 25' International. We've traveled on it for a year - made it to six states and spent 30 nights on it. Our first year of learning how to use an Airstream. Some things we learned - the 25' has more living space without the huge round sink taking up half the walkway. We substituted the folding curtain for a curtain of our choosing and found that clipping it shut and leaving the toilet room door ajar gave us much more room to maneuver in the bathroom. We've done several other changes and are so very happy with the 25' - can't wait for another summer travel season to arrive. We had no idea what was needed to pull either TT but got beginners luck with a used Nissan Armada. Towing capacity of 9,000 lbs. and a built in tow package. We run about 12.5 m.p.g. towing it and 17-19 mpg without it. We purchased add on mirrors to comply with all state regulations as the Nissan's mirrors are not large enough to be in compliance in all cases. I hook them up when we use the TT and remove them at other times. Don't be afraid to check with other financing institutions. With your credit rating and "pay back" ability, there is no reason some institution will not provide you the funds for purchasing your new TT.
Good luck!