Good responses all, I'm interested in a limited-slip for foul-weather traction. I used to own a Ford Aerostar with the 3.0L 6, a 5-speed manual and a 3.73 limited-slip rear. Gee, I never knew I was supposed to race it. Damn, I bet it would pull in the low 20s in the quarter mile! Why did I ever trade it? All I ever used it for was hauling and kiddie transport in all weather conditions... boy, am I a sucker.
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Originally posted by Ant
Unless you are using the car for some sort of racing (drag, autocross, street  ) it is not necessary.
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Seriously, since owning that van I have had 3 cars with electronic traction-control (2 BMW 3-series convertibles and the Cruiser) and can tell you that in the hills and mountains where I live it doesn't come close to the extra go provided by the Aerostar's limited-slip. I ran snow tires on all those vehicles and, truth-be-told, despise the way that traction-control robs you of power just when it is most required. At least BMW will admit its limits and advises that it be turned off in deep-snow situations.
I wanted to get a feel for what kind of expense was involved if I took the plunge. The Phantom Grip seemed like an affordable option. I had already priced quality units like the Quiaffe and the purchase price alone scared me off, not to mention installation.
Again, thanks for the detailed answers, guys.