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1994 Buick Century
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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: e96GV
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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1994 Buick Century

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Stay sleek when not towing! These hidden base plates offer a clean, factory look and quick twist-on arm connection. Easy, bolt-on install with all hardware included. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from etrailer. etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number e96GV can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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etrailer Tow Bar Base Plate - e96GV

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates solid connection points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden design keeps the front end looking clean with no bulky brackets visible.
  • Hooks Up Fast: Twist-lock arms connect and disconnect easily for quick solo setup.
  • Protects From Corrosion: Receiver covers keep dirt and debris out to help prevent seizing.
  • Works With Multiple Tow Bars: Couples directly to Blue Ox and Demco bars; Roadmaster adapters sold separately.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Made for a Clean Front End: Invisible Base Plate with Removable Arms

This setup keeps your front end looking clean when you’re not towing. The invisible base plate design hides bulky brackets and crossbars so nothing sticks out once the removable arms are off. Snap-in receiver covers keep dirt and debris out of the sockets, protecting the connection points so everything fits smoothly the next time you hook up.

Hook Up Fast and Easy: Twist-Lock Attachment System

Connecting your tow bar doesn’t have to be a chore. Each arm slides in, twists, and locks into place with a simple movement that feels solid every time. The twist-lock attachment makes it quick to secure the tow bar—even if you’re working alone—and just as easy to release when it’s time to unhook.

Close-up view of the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit with removable arms showing tabless hookup and twist-lock connection points for a clean, hidden installation on a vehicle front end.

Reuse What You Already Have: Broad Tow Bar Compatibility

No need to replace your existing tow bar setup. This base plate works directly with etrailer, Blue Ox, Demco Kwik-Tow, and Curt Rambler tow bars without adapters. If you’re using a Roadmaster system, it’s adaptable with part numbers e98983, e98984, e98979, or e98981 (sold separately). That flexibility makes it easy to keep your current gear in play across different setups.

Built for Real-World Miles: Heavy-Duty Bolt-On Design

This kit bolts to existing attachment points for a solid connection that spreads towing forces evenly through the frame. With a bracket distance of 19-1/2" and bracket height of 18", it’s ready for serious use on long hauls. The included hardware ensures a straightforward bolt-on install that keeps things tight and reliable over time.

Protected from the Elements: Receiver Covers Included

When the arms are off, high-density polyethylene covers snap into place to seal out moisture and road grime. They help prevent corrosion inside the receivers so everything stays ready for your next trip. It’s a simple detail that adds years of dependable performance to your towing setup.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Distance between brackets: 19-1/2"
  • Bracket height: 18"

Warranty and Country of Origin

  • Warranty: 1-Year limited warranty
  • Country of origin: Made in the USA

Compatibility

  • Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500: e98983
  • Roadmaster Nighthawk, Sterling All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501: e98984
  • Roadmaster Eagle, Eagle 8000: e98979
  • Roadmaster Falcon 5250: e98981
  • Blue Ox: No adapter needed
  • Demco Kwik-Tow: No adapter needed
  • Curt Rambler: No adapter needed
  • Curt Seeker: No adapter needed

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Installation Details E96GV Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

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I've bought from e-trailer several times and I'm always happy with my purchase. The base plate and tow bar are of excellent quality and a good price. Installation was as not too bad; I watched the installation video for my truck even though it was for a different base plate. It gave me enough information to get the job done.
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Lazer S.

4/21/2026

Glad we could help, David! Looks good on there! ^___^ What's the next trip you have planned?

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2025 Ford Mavrick AWD Hybrid. I have installed 2 base plate kits on Honda CRVs.
Piece of cake. Remove front cowling..install base plate..done. Not so on my 2 day old Mavrick. 1 add a spacer to move kit away from shutters...adding washers is super poor planning on manufacturing's part..2 you don't have to go up & over in the middle now 70% of the condenser air flow is blocked by welded steel..could have been much better. 3 provide a mounting ring or hook...wrapping a safety cable around sheet metal components is silly Engineering.
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2025 Ford Maverick
Good fit for my vehicle
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I received everything thank you so much. The UPS guys beat up the box pretty bad but other than that everything was inside. Thanks again.
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2025 Ford Maverick
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Came very well packaged, looked great very well made and heavy duty.
Instructions could have been better.
Template for air dam cutout just a rough starting point you will need to do more trimming for proper fit. Overall very happy looks great and very solid.
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Gwendolyn Y.

4/9/2026

Looks great on your Jeep! Where are you headed to first, Franz?

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Easy to install and works like should. I put a aftermarket bumper on as well so it was simple with no issues to install I have pulled it over 6000 miles and a lot of one nighter stays. It is simple to hook up and no issues pulling.
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Jerry B.

8/17/2026

That's great, I'm glad it's taken care of you! Any big trips coming up?

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This was my second time installing a base plate kit. I have to say, this etrailer base plate was so much easier to install compared to my other base plate that required drilling, which was not fun at all. I would highly recommend the etrailer baseplate kit. No drilling was required and everything lined up perfectly. The install videos provided are also great.
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Chris

10/10/2026

Still working perfectly. Towed the jeep about 2000 miles from WA State down to Disneyland and then to Las Vegas and back. Plus dozens of camping trips.

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Heather A.

10/10/2026

@Chris Wow, that sounds like so much fun Chris. What was your favorite memory from your trips this year?
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2025 jeep Wrangler
Very easy to install and I love the finished look. However I had to cut a couple of relief points in the rock guard in order to get the back two screws into place. Without these the rock guard would bind against these points on the base plate and not allow the rock guard to travel back far enough to reattached the screws. I have a 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara.
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Installation on a 2018 Jeep JL Unlimited Sahara went well, no surprises. Attaching the base plate to chassis safety cables required some ingenuity as the instructions were useless in this installation. Etrailer should post some actual installation photos vs. a poor generic diagram.
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Everything is great so far, still installing.
I do need the removable arms to fit a Falcon 2
Tow hitch
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Thanks, Bob
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2021 GMC Canyon
Product was as advertised, Installer Hitch HQ which you recommended did a excellent installation
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2025 Jeep Gladiator
Wrong plate, didnt fit. Had to return and order a different plate, which I paid over $[XX] to overnight and didnt get it when it was suppose to be delivered. Not even an apology offered, not even a discount offered, nothing other than holding my money hostage until you got the return item..
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If you follow the easy to read and understand instructions, it’s a breeze to install. Beautiful!!! Highly recommend rhese baseplates
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Fit good no complaints just a little pricey
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The baseplate fit great, fairly simple and install. The instructions from the front valance cutting were off a bit. I had to take it on and off a couple of times and trim to get it to fit. Overall the quality is great.
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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Nice setup. Instructions were little off for my application (2026 with shutters) Shutters had to be removed to install correctly. Instructions did not cover this. Everything fit as it should. Final product very satisfied.
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Claire H.

6/2/2026

Hi Shawn, the etrailer Invisible Base Plates part # e66GV are not a fit for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is why the shutters had to be removed, and the instructions didn't cover it. These base plates fit the previous 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee model, but due to changes in the fascia and bumper they're not a fit for the 2026 model due to those modifications. However, the actual frame of the 2026 Grand Cherokee is still the same as the 2025 model, so the base plates are safe to tow with.

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I have installed three base plates on my vehicles. All have been purchased from trailer. They have all been rather easy to install just a matter of taking the time it takes. On this last one mounted on my 2024 Ford Maverick I recommend adding to the instructions an easier way to unplug the light plug from the front facia. I think it is much easier if one turns the wheel full left and unplug the socket before pulling the facia. Easier than current instructions that say be careful when pulling the facia since the plug needs to be undone. I was able to do the whole thing by myself this way and not needed someone else to hold the facia while disconnecting the plug.
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Good product, fast shipping, great communication.
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Easy installation if you watch the videos on the etrailer website.
I like the fact that this base plate is hidden behind the air dam below the bumper.
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Heavy duty bracket. The included bracket for the electrical is also heavy duty.
Mounted on a 2025 Bronco with modular bumper. I did have to do a little additional cutting on the bumper to make it fit.
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2022 Jeep Wrangler
Install of the baseplate itself was not difficult and went smooth. The templates to cut out the holes in my plastic shroud were not accurate. It took some additional trimming to get right and I found that a bit frustrating.
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They were easy to install and came with good instructions and pictures. This is the second vehicle I have installed this product on and etrailer is my go to.
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    Hey Bob! We are ahead of manufacturer fitment pretty often, and have confirmed that the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM38CV will fit the 2026 Maverick Hybrid. Our own etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e96GV shares the same design so you can use that as well. It will work with a Demco tow bar if you already have one, and etrailer tow bars like the SD # e34ZR and XHD # e94ZR. If you would prefer manufacturer confirmation, then I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit...
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  • Is There Trimming Required to Install etrailer Base Plate Kit # e96GV on 2025 Ford Maverick
    Hey Michael, the correct picture of the etrailer base plate kit part # e96GV is the first picture which closely resembles the Demco. I would agree this install requires the least amount of vehicle modification but there is some trimming required. Some of the air cooler wings do get trimmed which you can see in step 10 of the attached instructions.
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  • Flat Tow Setup for 2026 Ford Maverick AWD Hybrid
    Hey Dave! The Ford Maverick AWD Hybrid is a really popular flat tow vehicle, so we've got everything you need on that flat tow but you'll always want to consult your owner's manual just for the extra surety that you're able to flat tow with your truck. To start with a flat tow setup, you'll need a tow bar. I highly recommend Blue Ox Alpha Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,500 lbs # BX7380. That's a solid rated to tow 8,500 pounds and will connect directly to Blue Ox, etrailer,...
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  • Will Installing the Demco Base Plate on a Ford Maverick Require Removing the Air Dam Louvers?
    Hello Ron, The shutter blades do get permanently removed when installing the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e96GV or the Demco # DM38CV on the Ford Maverick. Brad was careful removing them in the video mainly to avoid damaging surrounding components during the install process, but they are not reinstalled afterward. I did check with Demco on this since it is a common question, especially for customers comparing base plate options. Their tech confirmed that the shutter blades are...
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  • Do You Have an Installation Video of etrailer or Demco Baseplates on a 2025 Maverick?
    Hey Gary. We have not made an installation video for either the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit item # e96GV or Demco item # DM38CV. We do offer free installation on these parts if you let us install them and make a video that other RV owners can benefit from. If you're interested just let me know in the box that says Reply to Jerred H.
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  • Does etrailer Base Plate Kit for 2025 Ford Maverick Lariat Require ACC Sensor
    Hey Michael, the install of the etrailer base plate kit part # e96GV does require moving the adaptive cruise control bracket in most situations. That is still true so it would be likely you'd need to move yours on a 25 Maverick Lariat.
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  • Is Base Plate Kit Install for 2024 Ford Maverick and 2025 Maverick the Exact Same
    Hey John, since 2024 and 2025 Ford Mavericks are different generations the base plate kits are different which means the install is different too. For example the etrailer base plate kit part # e96GV that you referenced fits 2025 and 2026 Mavericks (so far) and does not fit a 24'. I did attach a set of install instructions for the # e96GV for you to check out as well which will walk you through the entire process. We also have the Demco part # DM38CV that fits the 25' models and based...
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  • Recommended Baseplate and Install Time for a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    Hey Bryan, welcome back. For a professional install the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit item # e66GV takes right at 3 hours. For a DIY install closer to 6 hours depending on experience level and access to a lift. Most of the front end and some of the side trim has to be completely removed and reinstalled so it takes awhile to get all of those fasteners removed. The etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit item # e66GV is confirmed to fit the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I attached a picture below...
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  • What is Difference Between etrailer and Demco Base Plate Kits
    Hey Larry, the only difference you will find will be the price! Other than that the etrailer base plate kits like the part # e96GV are the same as the Demco base plates. Do you have a Ford Maverick that you are wanting to flat tow?
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  • 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid Base Plate Installation and Modification
    Thanks for your question Arnie. All of the base plate kits we carry for the 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid require some modification to the lower active air shutter system. After comparing the installation instructions, the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e96GV requires the least amount of modification and also provides the clearest instructions for this portion of the installation. Specifically, the # e96GV requires removing the second, third, and fourth shutters on each side of the lower...
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