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Old May 5, 2010 | 11:44 AM
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Trailer hitch for E-class

Does anyone on here have a 1.25'' trailer hitch reciever on their E-class? I'm a cyclist and currently use a trunk-mounted bike rack, but want to go with a hitch-style rack so I can use my trunk (and not scratch my paint).

If you have a hitch, will you please post a picture? Also, I've heard a rumor about a foldable/concealable hitch, but haven't seen one or found a part number.

Any help is appreciated.
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Old May 5, 2010 | 03:37 PM
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I have one, it's completely hidden until you press a button in the boot, then it folds out automatically. Very neat, you won't get oil on your hands anymore. can snap a photo if you are interested.

It's exactly like this one on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBp5GSwxXes
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Old May 10, 2010 | 05:23 PM
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Here is a much cheaper variant: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rID1n...eature=related

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Old Apr 8, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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Did you ever find a good hitch? Looking for one that is hidden but haven't had much luck (valley hitches makes one that is totally hidden, called the stealth, but they don't make for the E class). Only need it occasionally for bike rack and don't want to have a tacky hitch the rest of the time.
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 08:31 AM
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That would be awesome, wife hates the look of pipes under the bumper and having that option would be awesome.
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 10:35 AM
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Looks like its not a very popular option in the US, I never found the folds out version offered for the US with out connector.
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