[Shep2]

Hi Guys new on here as just purchased a 2019 X3 M40D that I want to use to tow a caravan.
Can anyone recommend a towbar fitter, for a detachable towbar that does not require the rare bumper cutting.
Anyone else use the M40D for Caravanning
Thanks in advance.

[kzg1969]

I used a westfalia on the F31.

Dunno about the X3 though - i am in same boat as you, needing one and waiting to see what others are doing.

[Clint-dog]

I will be going for a Tow Trust, I understand only the panel underneath has to be cut to allow the ball to slot in but not the bumper. The fitting instructions are on the Tow Trust website. I’ve been recommended a fitter but it’s in Aberdeen. I have the 2.0d M Sport, not sure if that will make a difference.

[tonyb15re]

Simon does a neat little OEM Swing Towbar.. He can be found on Bavarian Coding on Facetube..https://www.facebook.com/14045022829...9958298287829/

[kzg1969]

Originally Posted by Clint-dog

I will be going for a Tow Trust, I understand only the panel underneath has to be cut to allow the ball to slot in but not the bumper. The fitting instructions are on the Tow Trust website. I’ve been recommended a fitter but it’s in Aberdeen. I have the 2.0d M Sport, not sure if that will make a difference.

MotoTech by any chance? I have used him 4times now (towbar and parking sensors).

where about are you?

[Clint-dog]

Yes, it is Mototech. Are you pleased with his work? I was also going to get him to fit my dashcam, removed from my previous car. I’m out near Banchory.

[Bristle Hound]

Originally Posted by tonyb15re

Simon does a neat little OEM Swing Towbar.. He can be found on Bavarian Coding on Facetube..https://www.facebook.com/14045022829...9958298287829/

Looks very similar to the factory fit one on my X3

https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showp...9&postcount=30

[andrew71]

I had a Tow Trust detachable with 7 PIN electrics and BMW specific harness fitted, £490 inc VAT. Very pleased with quality, small cut out in under tray (not the bumper) to allow the electric plug to swing down and the tow hitch to clip into place. No sign of having a tow hitch fitted when not in use. Took the fitter about 3 hours to install.

[garz747]

The X3M40D is not even sold in north america - tow package is avail though.

[kzg1969]

Originally Posted by Clint-dog

Yes, it is Mototech. Are you pleased with his work? I was also going to get him to fit my dashcam, removed from my previous car. I’m out near Banchory.

yeah, he is good. I imagine he would even come out to Banchory for a decent size job......mind you, would help if you had a garage for him to work in at this time of the year.

[tonyb15re]

Originally Posted by Bristle Hound

Looks very similar to the factory fit one on my X3

https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showp...9&postcount=30

The feedback I got from him was that these are genuine BMW parts that are likely second hand but for what it is and to save a few quid on something that you use once in a blue moon, oh and its hidden anyway , then may be worth investigating.

[Shep2]

I like the look of the Tow trust towbar, looks like it’s available fitted from Towbar express. Anyone used towbar express, they come to your home to fit. Looking on the tow trust website fitting instructions it looks straight forward enough. No need to cut the bumper.

[Mushy007]

Have you tried these guys https://www.witter-towbars.co.uk/tow...10052/20190528

[verysideways]

I've always bought from PF Jones, and they are also able to recommend installers in your area:

https://www.pfjones.co.uk/