Bike rack for Mini Convertble? HELP!

[PLo]

Hello!

I have just joined the bike world again and purchased a new bike that I am excited about using out and about. I do however have a very impractical car - a mini convertible. Has anyone any tips for the best bike rack to get for these vehicles (2005 model) without having to pay stupid money to BMW?

Thanks in advance.

[hamster]

Towbar rack?

I know that the Cooper S also has no certified towbar, so hoping yours is a Cooper.

[PLo]

It's a mini one convertible...?

[thirdcrank]

Depends on the position of the tailpipe. If it's central, it looks like a no-no. If it's offset, then Witter do one.

[hamster]

You should be OK, simplest is a Witter removable towbar and a towbar rack. I have a double rack with supplementary lighting and numberplate built into the rack base. It's really solid and tips to allow the boot to open.

None of this is cheap but towbar racks are the best solution for rear carriers anyway.

[PLo]

Great thank you, I'll look into that. Exhaust is offset so that's a good start!

[[XAP]Bob]

A simple A frame under the front wheels, you might want low gears to tow the car up any significant hills though...