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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

Part Number: C11354
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Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" part number C11354 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C11354

  • 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  • Class I
  • 1500 lbs GTW
  • Visible Cross Tube
  • 150 lbs TW
  • CURT
  • Custom Fit Hitch

Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Stylish, round-tube design
  • Drawbar, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitches assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
  • Rating: Class I
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 1,500 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 150 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty



etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



11354 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C11354 Installation instructions

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" - C11354

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (62 Customer Reviews)

Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.

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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

I was so excited to see they make a hitch and bike rack for my 2013. Vw beetle convertible .. We did have installed by an automotive place fir about $60 bucks but it was worth it .. We loaded two 26" mtn bikes and went two house from home .. It worked great no problem at all.. Very happy girl .. Now I can take my convertible & Bike to the beach ...

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Elizabeth A.

7/6/2018

It still works perfect .. very happy



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Your Curt 2013 VW Beetle Trailer Hitch Receiver arrived in great condition. I am very pleased with the simple, clean design of the receiver. Being an engineer, I really appreciate the use of the fishwire to install the 2 carriage bolts and spacers into the hole in the VW frame. This fishwire feature allowed your engineer to make a one piece receiver for the VW Beetle gas turbo & convertible that is a much simpler, cleaner design than the multiple piece design of your major competitor.



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Quality product! Installation completed within 30 minutes on my 2013 VW Beetle Turbo Convertible. Purchased to haul my bikes around and so far I am more than happy with this hitch.



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2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Hitch is on a 2015 VW Beetle and used only for a bike rack. More than satisfied, works great.



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Great product and easy to install. You will need a torque wrench and they should mention that to you. You are taking the rear suspension cradle bolts out.



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

I can't even tell you how happy I am that I can transport my bikes on my beetle! I've been taking the wheel off every time I went for a ride. It was getting old. One thing and why I gave it 4 stars out of five is that it bottoms out in parking lots, my driveway and a few other places. That being said, my car is low. I've learned to go into the driveway diagonal and it works just great.



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Arrived super fast with just the free shipping. The box was pretty beat up, but the hitch was fine!

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Greg

8/4/2023

Great



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Volkswagen Beetle

Love having a hitch on my Beetle convertible so we can bring our bikes along! We had it installed by our dealer, easily done.

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Melissa

7/11/2023

Great!



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2019 Volkswagen Beetle

I have had the hitch with a 2 bike rack for over a year now. The hitch makes taking the rack on and off very easy. My husband installed the hitch n the driveway by himself without any problems. I am trading my 2015 Beetle in for a 2019 Final Edition Beetle and plan on taking the hitch off the trade-in and putting it on the new one.

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Kate M.

1/31/2020

The hitch was easily removed from the 2015 Beetle and installed on the 2019 Beetle. Would continue to recommend!



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Very easy to install. Only took about 30 minutes.

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Monty

5/24/2021

It works like its supposed to, pulls a small boat with no problem.



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Volkswagen

Order was for VW receiver hitch. etrailer sent wrong unit. Service department was excellent and sent correct unit that day. Installed perfectly in 35 minutes. Excellent! Company to deal with.
I highly recommend etrailer.com

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Robert B.

10/23/2018

Hitch is flawless. We use it for our bike rack constantly. etrailer is a very well run company!!



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it was exactly what i wanted looks great on the car well built



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A great experiance. The hitch came as advertised, great paint, it matched up perfectly as advertised and installed ina half hour or so nothing to do but boltup. Good directions and all parts were attached.... If all your products are as good as this one your business and service should continue to grow effortlessly. Thanks again for all your help abd your interest in my satisfaction with your product.

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Rk

10/11/2017

It is working fine, thank you.



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

The trailer hitch was delivered on a timely basis and installed by a mechanic the following day. I am happy with the product & installation though I have not travelled with it yet.

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Teddy K.

6/29/2015

Its fine.



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2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Fits perfectly on my 2017 VW Beetle Coupe. Had a hard time finding one that works well. So thankful for etrailer.com. They answered my many, many questions and shipped it 3 day select with no extra charge. Highly recommend!

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Carrie

3/24/2021

Still works great a year later. Easy to use. I use it regularly with my bike trailer which I also purchased through etrailer. Highly recommend product but even more so the company.



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2017 Volkswagen Beetle

This hitch is great. Easy to install with a jack to help hold it up. Perfect fit and works great.

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William D.

4/16/2019

We use the hitch all of the time. No issues, it looks nice, very stable. If anything its a little low so every once in a while it barely scrapes the ground when going into driveways or entrances, but thats mainly because our VW beetle sits low anyway. I guess if I could give input Id ask if that could be addressed on future hitches. Otherwise great hitch, well worth the money, highly recommend.

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Stephanie

6/8/2019

Still a great product. No issues, nothing broken!



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2014 Volkswagen Beetle

This is a great product and fit perfectly on my 2014 VW Beetle convertible. Videos made it easy to install as long as you have the right torque to remove bolts (longer tool would give enough leverage).

I had to find a product that would fit my convertible and be able to use a platform bike rack to avoid scrapping bottom and this was it!



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2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Easy to install, and looks good!



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Volkswagen Beetle

As I have a Volkswagen Beetle convertible, I had resigned myself to the fact I would never be able to haul my bike anywhere...I was taking the front wheel off and putting the top down and putting it in the backseat...not a good thing...but now with the hitch and bike rack, I am mobile!!!...and thrilled!...thank you very much for making me a very happy woman...



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I have ordered from Etrailer many times and always get great service and fast shipping. And after searching the net I find that they have the best prices.



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Service from eTrailer was great as usual and the parts arrive right on time too. And the hitch mounted up in about 15 minutes all by myself. Might have been 10 minutes with another set of hands.

Make sure you have the 10" extension since you'll need it for sure on the 2013 VW Bug Convertible.



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2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Very solid hitch. Took it to my local shop as I could not remove the existing bolts, air tools make it a breeze. After putting the car on the lift the mechanic and I did the job in less than ten minutes.

Only change I would make, the two additional mounting nuts should have been same size as existing to reduce tool need.



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Very sturdy. Installation instructions were clear and easy to follow. Had to take my car to a shop to install, however, as it was just easier to do it with the car up on a lift. Also, the mechanic had to support the rear suspension in order to prevent the necessity of a rear alignment. Still, after the work was done (and it wasn't expensive) the finished product is great!



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Volkswagen Beetle

Fits perfectly, easy to DIY install, still solid as a rock and unobtrusive. Completely satisfied with the service and the product. Used for a bike rack because pretty much nothing else fits on a Beetle Convertible. Well done.



by:
2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Had it installed at a local garage, they were done in half an hour. Hitch plus installation cost about the same as the bike rack I got for it.


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  • Does The Curt C11354 Hitch For 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Require Stabilizing Straps?
    Hello Chris, thanks for getting in touch. I can confirm that the Curt Class 1 Hitch # C11354 will be a fit for your 2013 VW Beetle Turbo 2.0, and it will indeed be a no-drill install. You will have to fish bolts thru the frame using the included fish wire, but the holes are already present in the frame, so a drill will not be needed. The Stabilizing Straps # 18050 are recommended basically because the VW Beetle is not intended to carry much weight at the hitch. The straps will help to...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
    You want the Curt, part # C11354, for your convertible 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. The other hitch you mentioned, part # C11260, fits the coupe model but not your convertible. If you plan to use the hitch to carry a cargo carrier, bike rack, or some other non-trailer accessory you also need to use a support strap, part # 18050, in order to be compliant with Curt's warranty. If instead you'll be towing a trailer with your Beetle, you don't need the strap but do need the recommend ball mount,...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and 4-Way Flat Wiring Harness For 2018 VW Beetle
    I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 for your 2018 VW Beetle. It will fit both the coupe and convertible trims. It has a maximum tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs and trailer capacity of 2,000 lbs. Be sure to consult your VW dealer for the maximum capacities for your specific vehicle and use the lower of the 2 sets of numbers. Currently we do not have a video of the receiver installed for your Beetle. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56380 will give you...
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  • Recommendation For Hitch And Bike Rack For 2016 Beetle Convertible
    Based on your information, I recommend the Curt Class I Receiver Hitch, Item # C11354. It is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Beetle convertible. (But it does not fit R-Line models or those with the AdBlue DEF tank). It has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 2,000-lbs and a maximum tongue weight capacity of 200-lbs. No drilling is required and it mounts snugly with a bolt-on installation. Because of the unique design of your SmartScoot, especially its 22 inch width and three wheels,...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
    There is one trailer hitch receiver that will fit a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle convertible, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354. This hitch will fit so long as your Beetle is NOT an R-line model. I have added a link to the instructions for you to check out as well of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354.
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit Recommendation for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle
    We know the Curt trailer hitch part # C11354 is a confirmed fit for a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Coupe. This is a trailer hitch though. Normally on a vehicle like this the hitch is used for carrying a bike rack and not for towing. You'd want to check the owner's manual for any towing or hitch restrictions.
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  • Is There Drilling Required to Install Curt Hitch on a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
    To make the installation of the Curt Hitch part # C11354 as easy as possible it will help to have the rear end of the vehicle lifted up in the air so that you can get underneath it. Removing the existing bolts in the frame would not then cause the rear of the vehicle to come apart and/or fall down after they get removed. There is no drilling required for the install of this hitch either.
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  • Comparing Thule T2 TH9045 & Swagman XTC S64670 Hitch Bike Racks for 2016 VW Beetle Convertible
    The two bikes racks you referenced are both compatible with the 1-1/4-inch Class I hitches offered for your 2016 VW Beetle Convertible, such as the Curt # C11354. You would also need a stabilizer strap like # 18050. In general, the USA-made Thule T2 Classic # TH9045 is a more solid product, as one would expect given that it costs roughly twice the price of the Swagman XTC # S64670. It also weighs a lot more at 50-lbs, as compared to the 30-lb weight of the Swagman XTC. When loaded with...
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit for 2015 VW Beetle
    The trailer hitch that fits a 2015 VW Beetle is the Curt # C11354; it fits either a Coupe or Convertible though note that they do NOT fit R-Line models or models with an AdBlue DEF tank.
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  • Recommended Hitch and Bike Rack for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
    For your Beetle Convertible, I would recommend the Curt Class I receiver hitch, part # C11354. Either the XC, part # S64650 or the XTC-2, part # S64670 would work just fine on your Beetle. If I personally had to choose between the two, I would choose the XTC-2, because of its more robust wheel hoops. The rack includes an anti-rattle hitch pin, but the optional anti-rattle hitch lock/cable lock combo, part # S64031 is highly recommended to deter theft. Both racks are compatible with Class...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
    First I recommend checking the vehicle owners manual to determine if the 2013 VW Beetle is rated for towing and, if so, if it has enough capacity for the 1,200 pound trailer. The trailer hitch I would recommend for your gas Turbo Beetle is Draw-Tite's trailer hitch # 24879. The recommended ball mount is # 3594. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. With a Class I trailer hitch you have to use the ball mount specified by the hitch manufacturer otherwise it...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Using the Curt Hitch
    I have good news for you, this combo would be a great fit for your vehicle. By using the Curt Hitch # C11354, which is a custom fit hitch for your 2014 VW Convertible Beetle, the bike rack # S63360 will fit and be well within your 1-1/4 inch x 1-1/4 inch receivers weight rating. I see that you are doing exactly what Curt recommends in the instructions by using the support strap # 18050 which is needed when carrying any accessory with their hitch. A few items you may want to also consider...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver To Carry Two E-Bikes On 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Turbo
    We have just what you are looking for. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11354 which is confirmed to fit your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Turbo. This hitch has a 200lb tongue weight rating, and 2000lb trailer weight rating so it will be able to support your bikes and rack. The Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # TH903202 will fit perfectly in this Class I receiver, and since the rack itself weights 45lbs once loaded...
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  • Affordable Bike Rack and Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Turbo
    The Curt # C11354 will fit your 2017 Beetle Convertible Turbo as long as it is not an R-Line models and it doesn't have an AdBlue DEF tank. Then you could use the very popular Swagman XTC # S64670. This would be the best affordable bike rack and hitch solution we have. You would also need a stabilizer strap # 18050 when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack The XTC is a really solid bike rack at a great price.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
    For your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11354 as long as it is not a TDI model. This hitch has a 200lb tongue weight rating and a 2000lb trailer weight rating making it a perfect option for carrying a bike rack, a cargo trailer, or even a ball mount for light duty towing. If you are planning on using your trailer hitch receiver for a bike rack I recommend the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle with a Sunroof
    Curt produces a hitch for most models of the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, and it is looking more at specific body styles and trim packages. The sun roof can definitely indicate a particular trim and body style package, usually the Sport. You can verify this in your owner's manual or with your VIN number. . You'll want to pick the Curt hitch that matches your trim. I've included the list below so you can pick the right one for your vehicle. Coupe - Gas - Excluding Turbo -- part # C11260 Coupe...
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle to Allow Use of Hitch Bike Rack
    We do offer a light-duty Class I hitch for the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle. If you have the non-turbo gasoline or turbo-diesel coupe you can use Curt hitch # C11260; if you have a convertible you can use Curt hitch # C11354. Both of these hitches will require use of a support strap like the # 18050 to maintain your hitch warranty, and both are limited to a 2-bike carrying capacity. This is true of all Class I hitches, by the way. You will need to use a Class I-compatible bike carrier in either...
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  • Differences Between Curt Hitches C11260 And C11354 For A 2013 VW Beetle
    The differences between the Curt hitches # C11260 and # C11354 are pretty subtle, but it is enough that you will want to go with the # C11260. This hitch is designed to fit a 2012 to 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Coupe - Gas (excluding the Turbocharged models) like you have, whereas the # C11354 will fit the Turbocharged models of the same year span, 2013 to 2019 Convertible models, and 2015 to 2019 Coupes. It's a little hard to see, but the flanges/brackets that attach to the frames are different...
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  • Bike Carrying Options for 2014 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible
    We do have a solution that would allow you to carry up to two bikes on your Beetle convertible, but after checking with all of our trunk mount bike rack vendors, I found that none of the trunk mount options we offer would be compatible with your TDI Convertible. Your best bet would be to install the Curt Class I hitch, part # C11354 and then use a 2 bike rack like the Swagman Trailhead, part # S63360. If you're planning on carrying women's bikes or bikes with a sharply angled top tube,...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2016 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
    For a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible the only option you have for transporting bikes is a hitch mounted option. First you would need the hitch installed. For that you would want the part # C11354. The Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 is one of the most popular racks because it's so easy to use, and because the rack has an angled shank that would raise the bike rack up by three inches providing additional ground clearance. Because of that, this is the rack I'd recommend for you. The rack...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Volkswagen Turbo Gas Convertible
    The Curt Hitch part # C11354 has been confirmed to fit both the convertible and turbo gas models of your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle so it would work well for you. The correct ball mount would be part # C45521, for a 1-7/8 inch ball part # 19256, and for a 2 inch ball # 19258. For trailer wiring you would want a # C59496.
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch fit for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible
    According to Curt, their # C11354 class I trailer hitch is indeed a fit for the 2013 VW Beetle Convertible Turbo Diesel. If you'll be using the hitch as a mounting point for a bike rack or cargo carrying tray, Curt's warranty stipulates that a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 needs to be used for all non-trailer loads. If you'll be using the hitch for light-duty towing, you'll also need the following: Trailer wiring harness, part # C56380 Ball mount, part # C45521 1-7/8 inch trailer...
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  • Can a 1-1/4 to 2 Inch Hitch Adapter be Used on a Trailer Hitch for a 2012 VW New Beetle Turbo
    All of the trailer hitches for the 2012 Volkswagen New Beetle, turbo, are Class I trailer hitches with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. To use a 2 inch accessory like your bike rack, you would have to use a 1-1/4 to 2 inch adapter, # HTAD. The use of an adapter will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50 percent. So the reduced capacity would be 75 pounds for hitch # C11354. The combined weight of the bike rack and the bikes loaded on it cannot exceed 75 pounds. Also, since...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
    We rate installation difficulty based on how long it takes to perform the installation on a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being easy and 10 being difficult. Installation of Curt hitch # C11354 is rated as a 3 because it should take someone with experience about 30 minutes to perform the installation. At home in the driveway it should take the average do-it-yourselfer about an hour. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. This hitch does not come with a ball mount....
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