Tow bar mystery...

Simon Rogerson · Jun 29, 2020

Is that the full list or just the bar??

noworriesuk · Jun 29, 2020

Simon Rogerson said:
Is that the full list or just the bar??

Not 100% sure what you mean but its for a swan neck towbar and you can add the electrics if you need them?

Simon Rogerson · Jun 29, 2020

Sorry what I meant was does that include the full fitting kit for the vehicle?

noworriesuk · Jun 29, 2020

Simon Rogerson said:
Sorry what I meant was does that include the full fitting kit for the vehicle?

No, you add whichever electrics you need on top. No dedicated option though, just 7 or 13 pin with relay, although i wouldn't see this as a problem?

noworriesuk · Jun 29, 2020

I have sent them a message to ask if they actually have any in stock, will let you know.

Simon Rogerson · Jun 29, 2020

Ok no worries, I dont want the electrics anyway

Dave H · Jun 30, 2020

I emailed my dealer, as they have been very good and supportive.
This was their reply to the two bar question:-
"Sorry to be blunt but a Towbar is a 100% no and will void warranty"
So not worth touching for my, I'll have to use my dirty diesel van if need use if a tow bar ?

Chrispydoc · Jun 30, 2020

That seems a bit harsh........but non of us want to void our warranty.

Simon Rogerson · Jun 30, 2020

I have an email from my dealer giving me the prices for fitting and confirming that the fitting of a tow bar for bike rack purposes only will NOT affect the warranty....

Chrispydoc · Jun 30, 2020

As long as you have it writing, you should be OK.....I'd like one too, but I will let things clarify for a while first.

Simon Rogerson · Jun 30, 2020

The world is a mad place.......

noworriesuk · Jul 1, 2020

Just had a response form PFJones, they have none of them in stock.

Simon Rogerson · Jul 1, 2020

I have just had the same about 10 minutes ago.....

Chrispydoc · Jul 4, 2020

Sounds a bit like a "get out" to me, its not surprising if they conclude its not worth the potential hassle.

If someone goes against the manufacturers advice, I guess there could be all sorts of liability issues.!

Simon Rogerson · Jul 4, 2020

The dealership is willing to sell to me no problem, issue is the exorbitant cost... the fact that the manufacturer of the bars has no stock and no idea of when they will have is insane. And then to have it inferred to me that the chances are MG have bought up all if the stock is also insane.. ridiculous scenario.

Chrispydoc · Jul 4, 2020

Its a strange one.....There are numerous tow bar manufacturers in the UK....at least there used to be, Whitter, Dixon Bate, etc. At one time I worked at a caravan / garage where we fitted loads...in the 1970's

There are numerous specialist tow bar fitters, Indispension etc. and even mobile ones....

I suspect the way around it to buy one for ICE car, don't even mention EV and fit it yourself, but I'll leave it to others to find out.

Jazzy2002 · Sep 30, 2020

You don't to invalidate the warranty and any rear impact to damage the battery in the boot. My guess is that if the battery is damaged, the car is a write off.

Kithmo · Sep 30, 2020

The battery isn't in the boot, it's under the middle of the car.

TassiedEVil · Feb 2, 2021

Also interested in fitting a tow bar for small trailer. Found this which has some valid points for and against...
Towing a caravan with an electric car - can it be done?

Iain · Feb 2, 2021

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Found the above on EBay at £240.
Don’t know if it will fit ZS EV but perhaps worth contacting supplier .

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