bing tracking image

Filter Questions and Answers:

reset filter

Expert Answers about BMW 3 Series


  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2014 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon
  • The Curt Class I trailer hitch # C11367 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 BMW 328d xDrive Wagon. To help you with your installation I have linked the written instructions, a helpful article and a video showing installation on a 2015 model year 3-Series. The hitch comes with the required installation hardware and includes a hitch pin and clip. You can use a compatible 2-bike Class I hitch bike rack or a cargo carrier with this hitch, but such non-trailer loads require you to use a stabilizing...
    view full answer...

  • Is There a Hitch Available for the 2009 BMW 335i Convertible
  • The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver you referenced, part # C11756, is a fit for the BMW 328i sedan but not for the convertible version. Curt does not offer a hitch receiver for your vehicle. I also checked with Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch, two other prominent hitch makers, but neither of these hitch manufacturers offers one for your car. In cases where a hitch is not offered for a given vehicle the reason is typically that the engineers have determined that either there is insufficient...
    view full answer...

  • When Installing ZCI Trailer Wiring Harness Does Power Wire Have to go to Vehicle Battery
  • When installing a trailer wiring harness you really want to run the wire up the vehicle battery. Doing this allows the trailer wiring to be totally isolated from the vehicle's wiring. In the event of a short this prevents any damage on the vehicle's wiring. On a new BMW you really do want to have the circuit protection. Also, if you don't run the wire to the battery the warranty of the ZCI Harness part # 119250KIT would be voided. I attached a help article on routing the power wire for...
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch for a 2014 BMW 335i XDrive Sedan
  • We do have a trailer hitch for your 2014 BMW 335i XDrive sedan. You can use Curt hitch # C11367. This is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. If you need to do some light duty towing the compatible ball mount is # C45521. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. For trailer wiring though you will need to visit a BMW dealer. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory...
    view full answer...

  • Hitch- or Trunk-Mount Bike Rack Availability for 2010 BMW 328i Convertible
  • The good news is that we do offer 2- and 3-bike trunk-mount bike racks that will fit your 2010 BMW 328i convertible; these can be seen on the link provided. My favorite choice for your convertible application is the Saris Bones. These are exceptionally light in weight (very important in the case of your 328i), moderately-priced and American-made. You also have a choice of colors, a unique Saris feature, that can help make your vehicle more visible to other motorists. The 3-bike Bones is...
    view full answer...

  • Tire Chain Recommendation for 2015 BMW 320i with Tire Size 225/50R17
  • What tire size do you have?
    view full answer...

  • 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Option for 2022 BMW 330i xDrive
  • Yes, the Stealth hitches we offer are the same and kitted only in 2" receiver option but we do have the 1-1/4" Receiver Attachment, # 391RR1 available separately. For your 2022 BMW 330i xDrive I recommend the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver, # SH34VR along with the 1-1/4" Receiver Attachment, # 391RR1 for accessories such as bike racks and carriers. The # SH68VR option includes the towing kit along with a 4-way connector that will stow beneath your vehicle, near the trailer hitch....
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch Availability for 2003 BMW M3 Version Convertible for Use with Hitch Bike Rack
  • We can help you choose a bike rack for use on your 2003 BMW M3 Version Convertible but I am sorry that none of our hitch manufacturers (Curt, Draw-Tite or Hidden Hitch) offer a hitch for your M version 3-Series BMW. Your option then is a trunk-mount rack. Recommended trunk-mount type racks for your M3 Convertible can be seen on the link provided. Both 2- and 3-bike capacity racks are offered. If your 2 bikes are not exceptionally heavy and you keep the vehicle's trunk surface clean you...
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch for a 2014 BMW 328d Sedan
  • For your 2014 BMW 328d sedan you can use Curt trailer hitch # C11367. If you plan on doing some light duty towing then the correct ball mount to use is # C45521. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. For trailer wiring you will need to visit a BMW dealership. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you...
    view full answer...

  • Hitch Availability for 2007 BMW 328i 2-Door Coupe for Carrying Bike Rack
  • The trailer hitch you referenced, Draw-Tite Sportframe # 24857 is a correct fit for the 328i Sedan version but not your 2-door coupe. Currently we do not have any hitches for your vehicle. Hitches will have their rated capacity only when installed as intended by the manufacturer on the specific vehicle for which they were designed. We cannot recommend any attempt to alter the hitch or adapt it to fit on a different vehicle than intended. However, we can help you with a trunk-mount bike...
    view full answer...

  • Trunk-Mount Bike Racks for 2006 BMW 325Ci Convertible
  • I checked with Curt, Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch brands and none offers a trailer hitch for your 2006 BMW 325Ci convertible. Hitches are offered only for the 2006 325i and 325xi sedans and for the xi Sports Wagon. I am sorry we could not get you the item you wanted. But if you are looking for a bike rack, we do offer trunk-mount carriers that are confirmed to fit on your 2006 BMW 325Ci convertible. Just click on the link provided to see convertible-friendly 2- and 3-bike racks from Thule,...
    view full answer...

  • Is There a Hitch Available for the 2006 BMW 330xi
  • I may have a solution for you if you're looking to carry bikes on your 2006 BMW 330xi, but the # C11033 is not a confirmed fit. For whatever reason there is not a hitch available for this particular vehicle and when checking with some of our manufacturers there's a gap between 2004 and 2007 where no hitches are available, so there's not going to be a solution available for towing. However, there are a number of trunk mounted bike racks like the Thule Gateway Pro 2 # TH88VR, which would...
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch & Wiring for 2008 BMW 328i Towing 4 x 8 Trailer with Dirt Bike
  • There are indeed hitches made specifically for the 2008 BMW 328i sedan and these usually cost a lot less than any dealer option. We offer a light-duty Class I hitch from Draw-Tite, part # 24857, which you referenced. This hitch bolts on to your Bimmer using the included hardware, no drilling required. This hitch is rated to tow up to 2000-lbs but you'll want to also check your 328i owner's manual to confirm the weight the car is rated to tow. You'll also need a ball mount, hitch ball and...
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch for a 2001 BMW 325 Wagon
  • The only trailer hitch receiver that is available for your 2001 BMW 325 Wagon is the Curt # C11174 which is a Class I with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. Keep in mind that you will want to check the weight capacities of your BMW as well as stay within the 2,000 lb Gross Trailer Weight and 200 lb Tongue Weight capacities of the Curt hitch. You will also need to choose the correct ball mount for your application. I have attached a link to our selection of Class I hitch ball mounts that you can choose...
    view full answer...

  • Hitch Availability for the 2014 BMW 328i GT
  • Yes; you were on the right track with the product you were looking at. The Curt # C11367 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 BMW 328i GT and will provide you with a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver to allow you to carry hitch mounted accessories or tow a small utility trailer. One of the great features of a hitch like this is the concealed cross tube, which not only looks a lot cleaner on the back of your vehicle, but it provides a little more ground clearance than visible cross tube hitches. If...
    view full answer...

  • Recommended 4-Pole & 7-Way Trailer Wiring Harness for 2009 BMW 335d
  • The easiest 4-pole wiring harness installation will come from the no-splicing-required ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT. This 4-pole harness installs simply by clamping around the Bimmer's taillight wires; you do not have to cut or splice anything in the vehicle. This harness does cost more than the hard-wired type like # C59496, but the installation is non-permanent and the harness can easily be transferred to another vehicle in the future. Something to consider. If...
    view full answer...

  • BMW 3-Series Towing Trailer with LED Lights
  • We offer Curt 7-way wiring adapter # C57003 that is intended for your application with a European vehicle towing a trailer with super-efficient LED lighting that can confuse some wiring systems due to their limited power draw. This plugs in your 7-way and mimics the characteristics of standard incandescent lights. I note you mention Australia in your question. This adapter was designed to vehicles made for the US market. Since the maker, Curt, does not have access to Australian versions...
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch for 2007 BMW 335i Coupe
  • The trailer hitches offered for the 2007 BMW 335i are fits only for the sedan versions. We do not offer any aftermarket hitches for the 2-door coupe. You may be able to source a hitch from your BMW dealer. Please note that I was not able to confirm any official rated towing capacity for this vehicle so your owner's manual (and/or dealership) should be consulted before any towing.
    view full answer...

  • Trailer Hitch Availability for 2014 BMW 335i xDrive Sedan
  • For your 2014 BMW 335i xDrive Sedan with a single muffler we can offer a 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch from Curt, their part # C11367. This hitch installs without drilling and includes the required hardware. Basic tools, including a torque wrench like # ALL944001are required for installation. The bumper and heat shield need to be temporarily removed for hitch installation. I have also linked for you our main page for all accessories for your 2014 BMW 335i.
    view full answer...

  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2014 Audi A4 Allroad
  • Curt Manufacturing offers a hitch for the 2014 Audi A4 Allroad, part # C11195. The # C11186 you mentioned is for sedan models, and wouldn't fit your vehicle. If you'll be using the hitch as an attachment point for a bike rack or cargo carrier, the Curt hitch warranty requires the use of a stabilizing strap, # 18050 for all non-trailer loads. If you'll be towing the recommended ball mount is part # C45521. For a 1-7/8 inch trailer ball, use part # C40001 or # C40018 for a 2 inch ball....
    view full answer...