TheBen

I know many things CANNOT be added after delivery like the roof rails, but what about things like the trailer hitch?

TheBen

Never mind on the trailer hitch - i found it can be added later but at 4X the cost of speccing it now...so I guess I'll do so.

John 996 TT Cab

After getting the trailer hitch you'll then want/need of course the Porsche cover for the hitch! Nice crest. What the heck, it's only money!

roule

The correct answer depends on your planned use for the trailer hitch. If you're simply planning to install a bike rack, then save your money. There are many reputable aftermarket companies that will provide the hardware for a trailer hitches.

If, however, you intend to actually tow a trailer, then order the factory hitch, because it will include all the wiring you must have. You don't want to have some aftermarket shop attempting to retrofit electrical connections, do you?

Buckfever

Nothing beats an integrated hitch. Check the box.

SteveFromMN

+1
Cheaper in the long run.

fincher

Agreed. I only use mine for a 5-bike rack. It's a low-cost option.

TheBen

Its a low cost option...but than again there are many low cost options and they all add up!

Buckfever

I feel you. You got to draw the line somewhere. And the more new options they offer the harder it gets. I think the hitch is an option that actually adds value, unlike most of the cosmetic options I'll add.

sologt3

Wrong thread

MrMarco

Not exactly correct. Sure any trailer shop can get some hardware right here on the interwebs, drill some holes, cut your valance with a hacksaw and bolt some chinese made POS on the back of your $60,000 vehicle. Heck I had one shop tell me to weld a receiver onto the frame (hahaha, nope idiot.) Or you could do it correctly and add the factory hitch AND VALANCE so the next owner can legit haul pavers in a U-Haul trailer.
The P-system replaces the entire rear alloy impact frame with a solid pure steel beam with the hitch hardware welded in place from the EU and there's a spec valance to match (as well as trailer light hardware/wires.)
You need a substantially strong receiver to handle not just the weight the bikes and hitch mount rack itself but the stresses brought on by the washboard road up to the trail.

banksc01

Yes, it is correct, there are many reputable companies that do that (and likely some that aren't). What are you trying to accomplish with this post?

VAGfan

Most of the aftermarket hitches also replace the aluminum bumper beam with a "solid pure steel beam with hitch hardware welded in place"....and they cost about $186. Most require no drilling, and just bolt on using existing holes in the frame. None require any welding. For a true no-show hitch (when not in use), the Stealth Hitch (about $640) is a high quality solution. I just bought the Stealth Hitch to install on my Audi SQ5.

2019 Porsche Macan Trailer Hitch - Draw-Tite (etrailer.com)

2019 Porsche Macan Trailer Hitch - Stealth Hitches (etrailer.com)

Jay Wellwood

Another shameless plug for the Stealth Hitch option. Great product, well engineered and truly stealthy appearance.

MrMarco

I was referring to the curt retrofit that is offered by Flat6 (for example.) These ^ also require you to R&R the entire assembly. You've got to spend hours of labor, take the entire backside of the car off. If OP is buying it new why would they then go through all the trouble of removing what rolled off the line for something that could have been installed in GERMANY!!! Then you still need to add the wiring harness and valance?!?!? Makes more sense to check the box and get the hitch from Porsche.