Exterior 1st Gen Most liked posts in thread: Alta light bar setup variations

Here's my install. Keep in mind that IA is a front tag state which led me to this two-light option with the Aero Kit -- might not be of any interest to you. I also snagged multiple sets of the clear covers for the IPF lights before they were discontinued; they're great because you can leave them in place all the time.

Since the mounting is about as low as you can go (only 1/8" clearance under the rear ends of the bar) they work great as fogs, and the optional 100w bulbs nicely supplement the high beams for nighttime deer evasion. I have them wired independently from the high beams for max flexibility of use.

Seems as though folks have had varying degrees of satisfaction with Alta products and services but I have no complaints with this bar. It is solid as a rock and after two years the finish is almost like new. $55 was a good deal for you.

 

Are these light bars pretty much dead-done-gone or do any vendors still have these in stock? I've seen the complete Alta kits, but not the bars by themselves.

Maybe this has already been covered, but I am new to MINI as of a few weeks ago.

 

If you call Alta directly you can likely negotiate a price for just their bar and mounting hardware without the lights and wiring harnesses. You might find an alternative source for a bar that is less expensive, but at least this might be one option for you.