Towing Smart car
Most of the tow bars require the installation of a base plate which is a major expense and requires the removal of all the front panels to install. There is a British company that uses the spots w...
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fpresto wrote:Why would towing in Europe be okay and not here?
It is my understanding that towing with the tow hooks was a European thing and I think that Mercedes says it is for emergencies. I certainly wouldn't do here.
The difficulty of installing a base plate is overstated. My S.O. and myself installed a Blue Ox base plate ourselves. I wouldn't call it easy but is certainly doable.I would have no problem installing a base plate myself but would prefer not having to spend $400 for one.
Sam Spade wrote:I have a small flatbed trailer that would handle the Smart okay and may give it some more thought.
Have you considered getting a small open trailer to put it upon ??
Should be fairly inexpensive and totally safe for the mechanics of the car.
