Recommendation to Transport Bikes with a 2005 Mini Cooper S

Updated 06/03/2014 | Published 06/02/2014

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

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Question:

Does your trailer hitch #C11126 fit a 2005 Mini Cooper S? Im not sure of the differences between the basic Cooper and the Cooper S rear bumper system. Can you please advise? I want to put a Thule bike rack on the trailer hitch. Thanks,

asked by: Chris T

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for your 2005 Mini Cooper S to transport bikes, the Curt ClassI Hitch # C11126 will fit your Mini Cooper.

I recommend using the
with your Curt Hitch. One of the great features of this bike rack is that it can tilt. This will allow you to access your rear cargo area even with the bike rack in use.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Yakima Tube Top Adapter Bar # Y02531 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C