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by arod
Wed May 25, 2022 5:21 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Newbie from Italy
Replies: 8
Views: 2445

Re: Newbie from Italy

Hello,
Thanks for the replies!
I am really looking forward to having the car in our hands... In the test drive it appeared as a well thought and designed car.
by arod
Tue May 24, 2022 10:37 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Rear mounted bike carrier
Replies: 17
Views: 8412

Re: Rear mounted bike carrier

With some further push it seems I have successfully convinced the dealer that the trick can be made with the original VW part. The bumper appears to be precut for the trailer hitch so they will provide me with an estimate. Based on the initial feedback I expect something between 1500 and 2000€ insta...
by arod
Mon May 16, 2022 8:57 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Tour Pro S - tow hitch
Replies: 24
Views: 7830

Re: Tour Pro S - tow hitch

That’s right. The VW retro fit, which is pricey but maintains the warranty, keeps muck out the car and can even take a few suitcases for a family trip to the airport 👌 Hello Bristolid, Do you know how the garage fitted the hitch on your car? Were they able to use all the original components or did ...
by arod
Mon May 16, 2022 8:07 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Rear mounted bike carrier
Replies: 17
Views: 8412

Re: Rear mounted bike carrier

The data plate on my retrofitted hitch states 55Kg and, immediately below, states a max of 2 bikes. To me that suggests 55Kg as the max weight of the 2 bikes together. It maybe assumes that you are using the 2-bike VW carrier. So, I'm guessing, 55Kg relates to the weight you can load onto your hitc...
by arod
Mon May 16, 2022 7:58 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Newbie from Italy
Replies: 8
Views: 2445

Newbie from Italy

Hello all,
In a little while I am going to become owner of an ID.3 58kWh!Really looking forward to it... I am really interested in the options to retrofit the towbar since the car was a pre prepared order without the original option.

Thank you for the opportunity to share information and opinions!