partsrod Report post Posted April 1, 2014 Thinking of buying a VW Cabrio to tow behind the motorhome. Its a 2001 5 speed manual. Anyone tow one of these? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillAdams Report post Posted April 1, 2014 I am guessing that if Blue Ox makes a base plate for then it must be towable. Have you checked out the FMCA towing guide? Here's the base plate. http://www.etrailer.com/towbar-2001_Volkswagen_Cabrio.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfe10 Report post Posted April 2, 2014 Actually, the FMCA Towing Guide covers TWO criteria: 1. Is the vehicle towable 4 wheels down from a mechanical perspective. 2. Has the manufacturer deemed it towable (from a liability standpoint). Most manual transmission VW's meet #1, but VW had made a decision to not deem them towable. They are not the only company to do this-- Mazda comes to mind. Even when they shared models with Ford and the Ford was towable, Mazda Corp said NO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillAdams Report post Posted April 2, 2014 That's why I said I was guessing and why mentioned the towing guide. I cannot access the guide so you may have to go with your gut here if it is not officially supported. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
