Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Fit for 2008 Mini Cooper S Hatchback  

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The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, # 521877-1, is a confirmed fit to the 2008 Mini Cooper hardtop S unless it has the sport suspension.

The Blue Ox # BX1304 is a fit for the Hardtop Base model, and wouldn't work with S models.

In addition to the base plates, you'll also need a tow bar, safety cables, a vehicle wiring harness, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter if the 15.5 inch installed height of the # 521877-1 has a greater than 3 inch height difference compared to the receiver on the motorhome.

For a tow bar, I'd go with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 for Blue Ox Base Plates, part # RM-520 along with the # RM-643 safety cables. For wiring, I'd recommend the Roadmaster bulb and socket kit, part # RM-155. For this option, you'd install additional bulbs into the taillight assemblies of your Mini Cooper which allows the taillight wiring to remain completely independent of the taillight circuits of the vehicle.

For a braking system, I'd recommend a portable system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. A portable system doesn't require a permanent installation, so if you change your towed vehicle down the road, it'll be easily moved to a different vehicle which isn't the case with a permanently mounted system.

I'll link you to our selection of High/Low adapters, plus to a help article that explains how to determine which adapter you'll need. I'll also link to some product videos that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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