Detachable towbar

A detachable towbar lets you tow without a fixed bar always on the back of the car. When the locking mechanism wears out or the original bar isn't on the car you've just bought, finding a replacement isn't straightforward. Necks and sockets aren't all cross-compatible, and listings sit across specialist retailers, breaker sites, and parts marketplaces with different filters and pricing.Parthunt24 pulls together used detachable towbar listings from marketplaces like eBay, Ovoko, RicambiPro, Opisto, Proxyparts, Ecooparts, Autoparts-24, Totalparts. Set 19 listings side by side based on price, condition, and fitment, and click through to whichever seller offers the best fit for your car.

A detachable towbar allows you to remove the tow ball when not in use, keeping your car's design clean and uncluttered. It's ideal for occasional towing, like for cycling trips or trailers, and comes in vertical or horizontal detachable versions for different vehicle needs. Picking the right detachable hitch means matching the locking system, neck design, and chassis fitting. On Parthunt24, search by OEM code or vehicle, then filter by Category, Manufacturer, Series, Model, Modification, and Price. Each listing leads to the marketplace it's hosted on for the full details.Make sure to check these details on the seller's page before you buy:

• Vehicle compatibility: Match make, model, year, body type, and OEM approval exactly.
• Detachable system type: Check whether it uses a vertical, hidden system or a horizontal system that remains visible when removed.
• Locking mechanism: Confirm it has a secure locking system with key or anti-theft protection.
• Towing capacity: Make sure it meets the vehicle's maximum towing weight specifications.
• Vertical load / nose weight: Check the allowable downward load for trailers or bike racks.
• Mounting points: Confirm compatibility with the chassis and existing mounting holes.
• Bumper compatibility: Check whether a bumper cutout is required, or if the system is fully hidden.
• Electrical compatibility: Confirm the correct wiring kit, 7-pin or 13-pin, and CAN-bus integration.
• Tow ball standard: Typically 50 mm EU standard. Confirm compatibility.
• Ease of installation / removal: Check whether tool-free removal is supported.
• Storage when removed: Confirm there is a safe storage case or protection for the tow ball.
• Homologation / certification: Check compliance with EU regulations, for example E-mark approval.
• Condition, if used: Inspect for wear in the locking mechanism, rust, and structural integrity.

Once you've clicked through, the spec might be right, but the detachable mechanism decides whether you get a usable bar. The locking system on a detachable towbar lives a hard life and shows it, so the photos and condition notes need to give you a clear view:

• Photos: Cross-bar, mounting brackets, neck socket, and locking mechanism close-up.
• Seller reputation: Ratings, reviews, and trading history.
• Compatibility: Part numbers or cross-references.
• Included components: Bar, neck, key, wiring kit, or storage case?
• Condition: Wear or play in the locking mechanism, rust, or thread damage.
• Testing: Notes confirming the lock engages and disengages cleanly.
• Warranty and returns: A clear policy if it doesn't fit.
• Shipping: Crated or palletised packaging (these are heavy).
• Documentation: Type approval, fitting instructions, and ideally the original key.

If everything checks out, place the order directly with the seller.

The detachable towbar price sits higher than fixed-bar pricing because of the locking mechanism. Used detachable towbars start around €120, mid-range listings with a wiring kit sit at €200–€450, and OEM detachable towbar prices for premium vehicles can climb past €600. On Parthunt24, find a detachable towbar from 8.95. The detachable towbar price gap between two listings often comes down to factors not obvious from the photos:

• Type: Vertical (hidden) systems cost more than horizontal (visible) ones.
• Wiring kit: Bars with a wiring loom included cost more but save a separate purchase.
• Brand: OEM sits at the top; quality aftermarket sits below.
• Vehicle compatibility: Common cars are cheaper; specialist vehicles drive the detachable towbar price up.
• Condition: Smooth-locking units with intact keys command a detachable towbar price premium.

Compare listings side by side on Parthunt24 to see whether a cheaper bar is actually cheaper once lock condition and accessories are factored in.

A detachable system rarely fits in isolation. The detachable towbar fitting depends on having the right pieces lined up before the bar comes out of the box. Browse these on Parthunt24:

• Tow ball: Detachable neck with the right diameter for your trailer.
• Wiring kit: 7-pin or 13-pin loom, with control module if needed.
• Tow bar module: Electronic unit for newer cars, manages trailer recognition.
• Hitch receiver: Square tube the neck slides into.
• Base plate: Bolt-on plate that distributes load on the chassis.
• Bumper trim: Many cars need a cutout to clear the socket.
• Storage case: Protects the tow ball and neck when removed.

For a fixed setup, the tow bar page covers that variant.

Parthunt24 brings every compatible detachable towbar into one place, sortable by price, system type, condition, or wiring kit. Confirm the locking type, check the neck matches the socket, and weigh up detachable towbar price options at a glance. No more bouncing between specialist sites or losing track of pricing. Pick a bar that fits and order directly from the seller with the best value on Parthunt24.