Whether To Install A Lexus Or Third Party Hitch

[TeeP]

I am waiting delivery of a 2011 RX350 and considering the trailer hitch option (for motorcycle trailer with electric brakes). The dealer is quoting $843 instal which seems very pricey versus the online price for a Curt Class III hitch, $163 without instal. (This price excludes the brake controller and seven way wiring connector.

The dealers selling point is the Lexus hitch is low profile and looks cleanest on the vehicle.

Is this fact or fiction? and is it worth the price difference? Feedback?

[Comfort]

My aftermarket hitch is invisible except for the receiver...easy to install and a lot less than you were quoted. I had factory wiring so only needed a pigtail but they sell the wiring for one without for slightly more. You might check this thread on the same subject-

Prior Post on Hitches

[klonny]

Oh dear gosh, get the aftermarket! I got the same hitch, Curtiss, spent about $170 on it installed it myselff with 6 bolts and jack to hold up the other side...all of 15 minutes...looks fine.