Carrying Bikes on a 2008 Volvo S40 T5
Question:
Will the Thule TH65JV Platform Carrier fit on a 2008 Volvo S40 T5?
asked by: Raj
Expert Reply:
I contacted our representative at Thule and she informed me that the Thule OutWay Platform 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH65JV, will fit the standard model 2008 Volvo S40. She could not confirm that # TH65JV would fit the T5 model.
I did some research on the internet and found that the T5 is the AWD Turbo model. Also, that the T5 can come equipped with a rear spoiler and added fascia. If your Volvo S40 T5 is equipped with a spoiler, the Thule OutWay may not fit.
Since the T5 comes with added bumper fascia, installing a hitch to use a hitch back rack, may require trimming or removal of the bumper fascia.
For carrying a bike on your vehicle, I recommend using a roof rack. If you do not have a factory roof rack, you will need the Thule WingBar Evo rack using parts # TH480R, # TH711400 (or # TH711420 if you prefer black), # THKIT1590. Then you could go with a roof rack bike rack like the Thule Big Mouth, part # TH599XTR.
Products Referenced in This Question
Rapid Traverse Feet for Thule Crossbars - Naked Roof - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
more information >
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Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Trays
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Platform Rack
- Thule
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