Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Fit for 2008 Mini Cooper S Hatchback
Question:
Does this fit a 2008 Mini Cooper S hatch back? # 521877-1 or a Blue OX ?
asked by: Richard M
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, # 521877-1, is a confirmed fit to the 2008 Mini Cooper hardtop S unless it has the sport suspension.
The Blue Ox # BX1304 is a fit for the Hardtop Base model, and wouldn't work with S models.
In addition to the base plates, you'll also need a tow bar, safety cables, a vehicle wiring harness, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter if the 15.5 inch installed height of the # 521877-1 has a greater than 3 inch height difference compared to the receiver on the motorhome.
For a tow bar, I'd go with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 for Blue Ox Base Plates, part # RM-520 along with the # RM-643 safety cables. For wiring, I'd recommend the Roadmaster bulb and socket kit, part # RM-155. For this option, you'd install additional bulbs into the taillight assemblies of your Mini Cooper which allows the taillight wiring to remain completely independent of the taillight circuits of the vehicle.
For a braking system, I'd recommend a portable system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. A portable system doesn't require a permanent installation, so if you change your towed vehicle down the road, it'll be easily moved to a different vehicle which isn't the case with a permanently mounted system.
I'll link you to our selection of High/Low adapters, plus to a help article that explains how to determine which adapter you'll need. I'll also link to some product videos that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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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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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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