Metra RAP-VW-9003 Non Conv+In-Dash Mount Trim+Harness for 2007-2008 Mini Cooper

The RAP-VW-9003 pairs a preassembled radio wiring harness with an in-dash mount trim kit, so an aftermarket receiver goes into the dash wired correctly and looking finished. The harness plugs into the factory connector behind the radio, which means the vehicle side of the install needs no cutting or splicing into OEM wiring.

The harness arrives with precrimped ends and prepopulated connectors, removing the slow part of the job. Wires are color coded to standard aftermarket conventions, so power, ground, ignition, illumination, and each speaker pair are identified before you pick up a crimper. Join the receiver harness to the matching leads on the bench, plug the assembly into the dash, and the wiring is done.

Leaving the factory connector intact matters more than it sounds. Nothing is cut, so the original radio can go back in at trade-in, lease return, or resale, and a future upgrade only needs the head unit changed. The included trim kit fills the dash opening around the new radio in black for a clean panel rather than visible gaps.

Fitment spans a range of European and domestic models, including Mini Cooper 2002-2008, BMW 3 Series 2002-2005, 5 Series 2002-2003, X5 non-navigation 2000-2006 and Z4 2003-2008, Volkswagen Touareg and Touareg2 2004-2010, Pontiac G8 2008-2009, and Mercedes-Benz GLK 2009-2012. Confirm your specific year, trim, and factory audio configuration against the fitment list before ordering.