BMW E90 Towbar Towing Hitch Carrier Towing Tow Bar Trailer Hook

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 Towbar Towing Hitch Carrier Towing Tow Bar Trailer Hook is an original component mounted in the rear part of the body, designed for the safe connection of a trailer, bicycle rack, or other equipment. Thanks to its factory design dedicated to the 3 Series E90, it ensures stable load transfer and proper integration with the vehicle's rear structure. This is a solution for users who expect a solid, technically proven towbar tailored to the specifics of a BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6791155-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6791155
• Substitutable numbers: 71606791155, 6791155, 71606782408, 6782408, 71606767173, 6767173, 71606772205, 6772205, 71606784585, 6784585
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented towbar is designed for installation in the rear part of the body, in a structural zone factory-adapted for handling towing forces. This solution allows you to utilize the potential of the BMW 3 Series E90 as a utility vehicle – both in daily operation and for occasional trailer towing or mounting a transport platform.

Placement at the rear of the vehicle ensures the correct geometry of the car-trailer set, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior during acceleration, braking, and maneuvering. The towbar construction works with factory mounting points, which limits interference with the body structure.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

The towbar has been designed as a component dedicated to the BMW E90 platform, maintaining the proper rigidity and fitment to the rear beam and longitudinal members. This enables:

• maintaining appropriate connection rigidity with the body,
• proper load distribution during towing,
• preserving the geometry of the vehicle's rear section.

The original BMW origin means compliance with factory design standards, which is important for both safety and component durability. The towbar has an assigned OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific car configuration in service catalogs and parts selection systems.

Component condition and installation aspects

The offered towbar is a used component, which allows for an economical restoration of towing functionality in the vehicle while maintaining the factory design. This type of component is particularly attractive in the case of post-accident repairs or vehicle retrofitting, where a favorable cost-to-quality ratio is a priority.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the mounting points in the body,
• use appropriate bolts with a strength class consistent with the manufacturer's recommendations,
• verify the correct alignment of the towbar relative to the vehicle's axis.

When retrofitting a car with a towbar, it is also worth considering the electrical installation configuration and the homologation requirements applicable in a given country.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installing a towbar in a BMW E90 expands the vehicle's functionality, enabling:

• towing light or specialized trailers (e.g., car haulers, cargo trailers – in accordance with the vehicle's permissible parameters),
• mounting bicycle racks on the towbar beam,
• transporting additional cargo on rear platforms.

Using an original solution from the BMW range allows for maintaining the structural consistency of the vehicle and facilitates potential service maintenance. It is a practical choice for drivers who want to increase the transport capabilities of their car without sacrificing the precision of workmanship characteristic of the brand.

Expanding knowledge and parts selection

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brackets, covers, or mounts, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of manufacturers' approaches to the construction of powertrains and chassis in high-performance cars, you can read an article discussing the differences between sports and standard versions – details can be found in the post Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.