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We always put a tarpaulin under our tent, it was a godsend last year when we had to pitch after all that really wet weather, kept our tent good and dry and having a cheap one meant we didn't mind throwing it away afterwards it was in such a state, just think that would have been the bottom of our tent! 

Trailers can be un-hooked and left where they are, most people put clamps on them, some sites do charge for trailers,but they are good for storeage. 

We've had a Karrite Roof box for 3yrs not the most expensive but not had any problems with it, we tried a couple out (Thule & Halfords) from friends before before we actually bought one, so had a good idea what to look for and the size we needed. There is alot of choice out there so do your homework, if you look on the Thule website they show you what the different models look like on different types of  cars. Our box came with some very handy straps that we use to store it, with the roof bars attached, in the roof of our garage, it's up out of the way and we can store a few bits inside it.

So you need to think about where you might store the box/ trailer afterwards.

Good luck

Hilary

 We found the cheapest and best way to get a one piece under tent sheet ,is to go to your nearest builders merchant, and get a waterproof membrane cut to the size of your tent. Take to camp with you, a waterproof bag to put it in when you pack up ,then fold it in such a way that the mud and grime are on the inside.When you get home hose it down ,let it dry pack it away for your next trip We bought ours 3 years ago and it 's still as good as new

           A  trailer is a better idea then you arent cramped for space, and you can take more gear.A trailer will also come in handy for other things besides camping

i was think of trailer have roof box already not sure though