I’m looking for instructions on mounting my new plate to my 06' Cooper. I've looked around the forum, however I was unable to locate instructions.
My kit has the following; four short screws; I believe these are for mounting the plate to the mounting bracket. Four longer screws (driving screws); I believe these are for attaching the mounting bracket to the bumper. Four little white bumpers, not sure what these are for...

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I too recently acquired an '06 MC and not wanting to drive to the dealer to just have my bracket mounted, I called the service dep't. and was provided with following:
Drill 2 SMALL pilot holes thru the plastic mounting bracket & into the bumper. Use 2 of the long screws to mount the bracket to the bumper.
The 4 short screws attach the plate to the bracket.
As for the little white bumpers, I have no idea. My bracket kit didn't come with them.
Hope this helps.
Jeff
'06 BRG MC with white roof/mirrors

 

For about $50.00 you can purchase a mounting bracket that fits into the front tow hook hole thus eliminating drilling any holes. MossMini sells them.

 

Don't drill holes in the bumper! Get the tow hook mount!

 

Guys..... this is what you want and yes, it's worth the price.

http://gominigo.com/18545.html

 

Looks like i'll check out the tow hook mount, cleaner and avoids drilling...

Thanks, Red

 

just got my tow plate mount today; it was on backorder from moss. Putting it on tomarrow

 

Buy from GoMiniGo. Their's is the original design. What Moss sells is ripping them off.

 

It seems as though Moss improved on the "original". Quite a bit beefier on the actual plate mounting surface.

 

Don't do it!!!! What state are you in? In Ohio, I have been pulled over three times, never once being cited for no front plate.

 

I installed my GoMiniGo plate holder about two weeks ago and have been very happy with it. Today I installed a chrome frame because the disembodied license plate looked odd floating in the air in front of the car.

(Moving back to New Mexico in 20 years, couldn't stand the thought of drilling holes in the Mini)




--Doug (still working up the strength to adjust my signature graphic)

 

I have a 2006 (GP). I drilled nothing. Perhaps I am missing something here?

 

The decision to cite for no front plate really is a discretion call. The only place where I have been cited for no front plate in California has been in San Francisco. Probably because they have a huge reliance on the photo ticket as a revenue generator. Other than S.F., like WannaMini_, I have not gotten a missing front license plate ticket since 2003 (when I got my C5). With the GoMiniGo license plate towhook solution, there is no reason to deface your MINI by drilling holes.

 

There is a different mounting approach on your GP than the other cars. Check the earlier photos - the license plate mount that you have on your GP is missing on the other cars.

 

looks like i'll order the gominigo plate mount tonight, adjustable, simple and cheap.

 

What a coincidence, I just finished mounting my German plate on the front today. Only 2 non-visible holes drilled.

Full story and instuctions here >>

 

You'll like the tow-hook mounted plate arrangement. GoMiniGo is a good vendor. The kit includes locking nuts. I've had mine on for about six months, and everything is still secure.

 

I've got one of those mounts in the tow hook hole and love it. You can fab one up yourself, but you'll put an hour into it. Maybe more. That's why the $50 bracket is worth the price.

 

Better yet, they are now using stainless steel (instead of aluminum). The benefit of stainless steel is no galvanic corrosion. It would be a rather nasty circumstance if you actually needed to use the tow point and couldn't install the tow hook.... Stainless steel avoids that little inconvenience.

 

Does anyone have the tow hook mounted plate in combination with driving lights? I'm wondering if that would look at all strange?

 

The tow hook mounting device saves two holes in the bumper. But to some folks, the plate floating off center looks worse than two holes in the bumper you can't see. Your $50.

 

To half hijack the thread where is the best place to get a tow hook?

 

I also agree.... Don't drill holes!!!

My alternative to the problem is 'industrial' grade velcro available form Home Despot... simply stick the backer plate to the bumper, and it won't come off unless you give it a good pull. I take the plate off when I wash the car, and put it right back on, no issues.

I also did my new BMW the same way

 

It depends on your philosphical persuasion. GoMiniGo is a sales agent for the original developer. Moss Mini appears to have their own take on the concept. If you want to support the original developer, it would seem that you should go to GoMiniGo.

 

Hmmmm.... maybe I can upgrade.