Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2010 Mercedes Benz C320

Question:

What is the best most economical bike mount for a Mercedes c320 year2010?

asked by: Fredda

Expert Reply:

The least expensive trunk mounted bike rack that will fit your 2010 Mercedes C320 is the Hollywood Racks Express, # HRE3. This rack is a very basic rack. It does not include anti-sway cradles and is not the best option for anything other than short trips.

The best trunk mount rack we offer is the Thule OutWay, part # TH45JV. Instead of the 4-6 difficult to use straps and buckles that need to be adjusted each and every time the rack is installed or removed, the Raceway features 2 rubber coated straps that allow the rack to be installed or removed in seconds. The rack also includes an integrated cable lock to deter theft.

To carry womens bikes or bikes with sharply angled top tubes or step-through frames like your beach cruiser, using a frame adapter like part # TH982XT is recommended. The adapter spans the distance between the seat post and the handle bar gooseneck, and provides a level attachment point to the bike rack so the bike has greater ground clearance and is not carried at an angle.

Before installing a trunk mounted bike rack, it is crucial that you ensure that the mating surfaces of the vehicle and the rack are 100 percent clean and free of grit to avoid scratching the vehicle finish. Applying a good coat of quality car wax to the trunk like can offer additional protection.

expert reply by: Mike L