Recommended Hitch for 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible

Updated 04/22/2016 | Published 04/20/2016

Products Featured in This Question

Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(1952)

$180.09

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(665)

$15.71

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

(30)

$233.22

etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel - Keyed Alike

(224)

$39.57

Question:

Will this bike rack fit on my 2009 Mini Copper convertible? Is all I need is to have a hitch mounted to the car?

asked by: Greg S

Expert Reply:

The Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack Platform Style for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64650 does require that your car have either a 1-1/4-inch or 2-inch hitch receiver installed. Your 2009 Mini Cooper convertible can be fitted with a 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch # C11130 if it is the S-Series, or part # C11160 if it has the single exhaust and is NOT an S-Series nor a Works series. Either way you'll need to add a strap # 18050 to help support the hitch tube; this is a warranty requirement from Curt.

I have linked installation videos for both hitches.

If you like you can add a cable lock # e98891 to both secure the rack to your hitch through the cable loops and to secure your bikes to the rack.