--- product_id: 145411698 title: "Blue Ox BX1303 Baseplate fits 2006-2008 Cooper Includes S, Manual Transmission Only & Cooper Convertible Includes S | Straightforward Installation | Keep Dirt and Debris Out" brand: "blue ox" price: "€ 1381.72" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/145411698-blue-ox-bx1303-baseplate-fits-2006-2008-cooper-includes-s store_origin: FR region: France --- # No-weld, bolt-on installation Custom fit for 2006-2008 Cooper models Powder-coated alloy steel durability Blue Ox BX1303 Baseplate fits 2006-2008 Cooper Includes S, Manual Transmission Only & Cooper Convertible Includes S | Straightforward Installation | Keep Dirt and Debris Out **Brand:** blue ox **Price:** € 1381.72 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Tow in Style, Tow with Confidence! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Blue Ox BX1303 Baseplate fits 2006-2008 Cooper Includes S, Manual Transmission Only & Cooper Convertible Includes S | Straightforward Installation | Keep Dirt and Debris Out by blue ox - **How much does it cost?** € 1381.72 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/145411698-blue-ox-bx1303-baseplate-fits-2006-2008-cooper-includes-s) ## Best For - blue ox enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted blue ox brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Clean & Ready:** Receiver covers keep dirt and debris out when not in use, preserving performance and aesthetics. - • **All-Weather Protection:** Durable powder-coated alloy steel resists rust and corrosion, keeping your baseplate looking sharp mile after mile. - • **Tailored Precision Fit:** Specifically engineered for 2006-2008 Cooper S & Convertible models, ensuring perfect alignment and maximum towing safety. - • **Effortless Installation:** Bolt-on design requires no welding, saving you time and hassle while maintaining vehicle integrity. - • **Sleek, Low-Profile Design:** Hidden brackets and removable arms create a clean, seamless look that won’t disrupt your vehicle’s style. ## Overview The Blue Ox BX1303 Baseplate is a custom-fit, powder-coated alloy steel towing bracket designed exclusively for 2006-2008 Mini Cooper S and Convertible models with manual transmissions. Featuring a no-weld, bolt-on installation and a sleek, low-profile design with removable arms and protective receiver covers, it ensures a durable, clean, and safe towing experience behind your RV. ## Description Blue Ox Baseplates are vehicle specific brackets providing attachment points for your Blue Ox tow bar. Baseplates are designed to provide a solid, durable connection between your dinghy towed vehicle and your towing vehicle. Blue Ox is known internationally for its quality towing products, including tow bars and baseplates, sway control and weight-distributing hitches, and best-in-class customer service. As a manufacturer since 1925, Blue Ox products are built on a long tradition of quality. With our foundations deeply rooted in customer service, we pride ourselves on listening to our customer’s wants and needs, making their expectations paramount in the design and use of the entire Blue Ox product line. With a product and accessory line as diverse as our customer base Blue Ox has everything to meet your recreational or commercial needs. ## Features - Vehicle Compatibility: This is custom designed to fit your 2006-2008 Cooper (includes S, Manual Transmission Only) (No John Cooper Works) and Cooper Convertible (includes S) (No John Cooper Works) - Seamless Look: Hidden design provides a clean, seamless look; Arms remove with a simple twist when not in use; Brackets won't protrude past the front of your vehicle - Keep Clean: Receiver covers keep dirt and debris out of the base plate when arms are removed and provide a finished look - Safely Towed: It can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing - Simple Installation: Straightforward installation, no welding required; Base plate bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis with included mounting hardware ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | Blue Ox | | Item Weight | 34 Pounds | | Vehicle Service Type | Car | | Material | Alloy Steel | | Finish Type | Powder Coated | | OEM Part Number | FDRWBX1303 | | Manufacturer | Blue Ox | | UPC | 798459011431 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00798459011431 | | Item Weight | 34 pounds | | Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 6.25 x 41.25 inches | | Item model number | BX1303 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Manufacturer Part Number | BX1303 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Blue Ox - **Item Weight:** 34 Pounds - **Vehicle Service Type:** Car - **Material:** Alloy Steel - **Finish Type:** Powder Coated ## Images ![Blue Ox BX1303 Baseplate fits 2006-2008 Cooper Includes S, Manual Transmission Only & Cooper Convertible Includes S | Straightforward Installation | Keep Dirt and Debris Out - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xdRlK7y1L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Works as designed *by M***I on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 27, 2013* This works well and is a very 'stealth' hitch on my Cooper S. I can barely tell it is there.I had a small fitment issue however. The hitch presses on the radiator housing when I install it, which causes a small amount of cabin vibration. I'm checking if I can install some foam or something to cut down the vibration.It also presses on the bumper cover just enough that I have trouble getting back in the bottom 10mm bumper cover fasteners.I will be a happy camper if I can resolve the radiator housing interference issue.Update: I used a disk grinder to remove a small amount of material from the back side of the base plate and put some Gorilla Tape (black duct tape basically) at the interference points. It is still pressing but not as much and the vibration is improved.I towed the car about 500 miles this weekend. It performed well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars easy to install but expensive *by B***D on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 6, 2020* Easy to install but expensive for what is included ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars FIT IS PERFECT *by P***O on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 3, 2022* GREAT PRODUCT, PERFECT FOR TOWING, MADE JUST FOR MY CAR --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/145411698-blue-ox-bx1303-baseplate-fits-2006-2008-cooper-includes-s](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/145411698-blue-ox-bx1303-baseplate-fits-2006-2008-cooper-includes-s) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*