Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Mini Cooper S
Question:
Will p/n 521876-1 fit a mini cooper S? What light kit would you recommend?
asked by: Pat D
Expert Reply:
If you haven't already check your owner's manual and make sure there aren't any restrictions preventing your 2006 Mini Cooper S from being able to be flat towed.
The Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 521876-1 will fit your Mini as long as you have a convertible. If you have a hardtop then you'll need the Blue Ox Kit # BX1303.
I suggest the Optronics Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK. These bypass the Mini's wiring completely and will provide a 4-way connector at the front. The lights then mount to the car using magnets.
Some other parts you may need to flat tow the Mini, if you don't already have them, are a tow bar, supplemental braking system, and high-low adapter.
It's easier to connect a tow bar of the same manufacturer with the base plates you use. So with the Roadmaster base plates you can use the popular Falcon 2 # RM-520 or with the Blue Ox the Avail # BX7420. The Avail includes safety cables but with the Roadmaster you can use # RM-643
For a supplemental braking system the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 is a favorite around here because of how reliable it is and it's easier to install than many other permanently installed systems.
Finally, you'll likely need a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to help you determine the correct rise or drop your setup requires. I've also linked our selection of adapters for you to look at once you know what you need.
In addition to my recommendations I've linked some articles on flat towing that you may find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
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- Demco
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Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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