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Have a look at Realoem and see if the part numbers are different. I would not have expected any difference to be honest. Use the last 7 of your VIN to get the correct version.
Never anthropomorphise computers. They hate that.Re: Tow-bar
https://www.pfjones.co.uk/tow-bars/bmw- ... wbars.html
PF jones quote the same. Towbar for X5's 2000 -2007
PF jones quote the same. Towbar for X5's 2000 -2007
2011 Kia Sorento KX3 2.2D 60 Plate Auto in black ( mine )
BMW E83 X3. 3.0d M Sport, 2008 in black ( now gone )
BMW E93 330i Convertible Msport 2007. ( Now sold )
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Now Sold 55 plate, X5, 3.0 D Sport. Silv
BMW E83 X3. 3.0d M Sport, 2008 in black ( now gone )
BMW E93 330i Convertible Msport 2007. ( Now sold )
VW Golf 2.0 TDI 140 GT 2010 ( now sold )
Now Sold 55 plate, X5, 3.0 D Sport. Silv
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Thanks for the reply's.
I ordered one and the company asked for my reg number then got back to me saying it didn't fit the sport as sports models had different bumpers might be on an e46 but i didn't think so on an e53.
I ordered one and the company asked for my reg number then got back to me saying it didn't fit the sport as sports models had different bumpers might be on an e46 but i didn't think so on an e53.
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If it helps, BMW use Westphalia bars if factory fitted. The E53 just has a cover that comes off but the E70 bumper needs cutting and it may be that one they are confusing it with? The E70 has different bumpers with MSport trim, the E53 doesn't AFAIK.
Never anthropomorphise computers. They hate that.Re: Tow-bar
Thanks X5Sport
I will mention that to them as i think your are right.
I will mention that to them as i think your are right.
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They wouldn't have it that it would fit just refunded my money.
Bought one from PF Jones just hope it turns up for weekend (got my man on standby).
Bought one from PF Jones just hope it turns up for weekend (got my man on standby).
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Tow-bar delivered this morning 
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Bolts J go in the top but what do they hold.
The bracket that goes in the chassis bolts from underneath.
The bracket that goes in the chassis bolts from underneath.
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There's an amazingly detailed guide to fitting the Westfalia tow bar on here if you search for it.
Mine is a Sport and the Westfalia one fitted without any cutting.
Mine is a Sport and the Westfalia one fitted without any cutting.
E53 Sept 2006 3.0D Sport
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It is fitted with no problems just want to know what bolt J holds.
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My Westfalia tow bar I bought from PF jones came with the dedicated electrics kit. With the wiring came the relay box which had two lugs on the sides to bolt it to the boot floor, did yours have a similar box. And if so where did you secure it.
Sorry I can't be of more help as mine was for the E83 X3.
Sorry I can't be of more help as mine was for the E83 X3.
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2011 Kia Sorento KX3 2.2D 60 Plate Auto in black ( mine )
BMW E83 X3. 3.0d M Sport, 2008 in black ( now gone )
BMW E93 330i Convertible Msport 2007. ( Now sold )
VW Golf 2.0 TDI 140 GT 2010 ( now sold )
Now Sold 55 plate, X5, 3.0 D Sport. Silv
BMW E83 X3. 3.0d M Sport, 2008 in black ( now gone )
BMW E93 330i Convertible Msport 2007. ( Now sold )
VW Golf 2.0 TDI 140 GT 2010 ( now sold )
Now Sold 55 plate, X5, 3.0 D Sport. Silv
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Thanks to all for the replies.
Horizon The module on the e53 goes by the battery.
I will just have to live with having 4 short bolts that don't do anything.
Unless you know better ?????????.
Horizon The module on the e53 goes by the battery.
I will just have to live with having 4 short bolts that don't do anything.
Unless you know better ?????????.