Can a 2011 Mini Cooper S Convertible be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
Question:
is there any way I can flat tow my 2011 mini cooper s with auto trans. I have heard yes and no and the mini dealer says no but if its possible and forfeit the rest of my warranty with mini I might consider doing that because its all most out of warranty anyway and it would be the best tow car for our needs?
asked by: Bill V
Expert Reply:
I checked the owners manual for the 2011 Mini Cooper S and it says, on page 171, that models with the automatic transmission can only be towed with the front wheels off of the ground. This means that you would need a tow dolly, # RM-2050-1. Otherwise, you would need to put the Mini on a trailer. Given that it is a Mini, it would not have to be a very big trailer, just large enough and with a high enough capacity for the vehicle.
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