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[Blackpool Emma]

Hi everyone thanks for the add. I inherited a MK2 2008 Fiat Panda from my dad who passed away in 2015. I am a single mum with two kids and it's our only vehicle. My question is about a towbar (not sure where best to place it?). I am thinking it would be amazing to get a small lightweight camping trailer. I know it's not your typical towing vehicle but it's what we have I had a quick search online and it's coming up about £500 to buy and install. Anyone any experience with this please? Thanks

 

[rmjbn1]

Hi, and welcome

I was considering one of these, but never got round to it:

Swan Neck Tow Bar For FIAT Panda II (2003-2012) & 7 Pin Bypass Relay Kit F116 | eBay UK

â© FIAT Panda II Hatchback 5D (2003-2012) ⪠Not for 4x4. Universal 7 Pin Electrics Kit With Bypass Relay Smart Box. â Bypass Relay Smart Box Required: Yes. â Ball: Swan Neck. COMFORTIN TRAVEL. â Bypass Relay Smart Kit.

www.ebay.co.uk

My parents ordered theirs from this supplier, they have it on sale for the Panda at the moment (electrics separate):

Fiat Panda Towbar 2004 to 2012 - PCT - Just Tow

Fiat Panda Towbar 2004 to 2012, Manufactured by PCT. We stock a wide range of Fiat Panda Towbar Wiring Kits and Accessories.

www.just-tow.co.uk

The bumper needs to come off, but no cutting required, shouldn't be a big job for an independent garage.

I know @A3jeroen regularly used a Westfalia detachable tow bar on his Panda for many years: https://www.fiatforum.com/threads/new-member-with-a-100hp.477907/#post-4514311

 

[porta]

There used to be a towbar fitter in Warrington that was reasonable…
Cheap enough to buy and fit, unless you’re not confident, no ‘friends of friends’ that know how to wield a spanner and a wire stripper?
Eriba and freedom caravans are easily towed by pandas and both can accommodate ‘sleeper’ awnings for extra accommodation
Other options are folding caravans but get one you can do one-handed…most trailer tents are a pain after a very short time

 

[Blackpool Emma]

Thank you so much for your replies! Food for thought

 

[porta]

Just realised autocorrect put Warrington
Meant Warton, just down the road from you

 

[Blackpool Emma]

Just realised autocorrect put Warrington
Meant Warton, just down the road from you

Excellent!

 

[rmjbn1]

On a side note, to avoid any future unpleasant surprises with your Panda, check the 'duckbill' scuttle drains below the wipers are clear - they block easily. Also keep an eye on the rear axle spring pans - it's the main rust spot on these cars.