VW Golf Towing

[jcsmith1963@msn.com]

I have a 2003 VW Golf and would like to tow it behind my 2006 Mandalay but do not find it listed as a towed vehicle. In fact no VWs are listed. Would like any suggestions. Jim Smith 410865

[orcadem@netscape.net]

Greetings:

I towed a brand new 2003 VW Golf Diesel with manual transmission for

several thousand miles behind my Born Free 24 ft motor home a few

years ago using a Blue Ox baseplate and towbar purchased that year.

Unfortunately the Blue Ox baseplate/vehicle connection was not up to the task

and I had to stop towing the Golf. The car itself towed beautifully. If you are

interested in my experience call me at 201-760-1074. I did take the

trouble to visit Blue Ox in Pender, Nebraska in 2008 and told them of the problem

I encountered. The engineer I spoke to was very sympathetic and basically

agreed with my observation about the design. I got the impression they

would review the design but do not know if they have done so.

I have since noted that Roadmaster also offers baseplates for the VW Golf.

A review on their website of the VW Golf installation shows a baseplate

design that, in my opinion, would not cause the problem that I encountered

earlier.

By the way, VW is unhelpful in answering any inquiries about towing. I have been

unable to get clear answers about towing a DSG equipped VW model. On the

surface the DSG transmission, being a dual clutch mechanical transmission

without a torque converter, ought to be towable. I would like to have this confirmed

before I buy but have been stonewalled by their automatic "NEIN" response.

Any experience by any member towing a DSG-equipped toad would be

appreciated.

Christopher Demisch F198321