What Bike Rack Solution do You Recommend for a 2007 Subaru Impreza with a Dealer Installed Spoiler

Question:

I am carrying 2 bikes and my vehicle is a 2007 subaru impreza 4 door with a dealer installed spoiler. What type of rack would you suggest for this vehicle? Thanks for any assistance you can offer.

asked by: Michael A

Expert Reply:

Trunk mounted bike racks are test fitted on vehicles without any dealer or aftermarket modifications. A bike rack that fits a 2007 Impreza 4 Door with factory spoiler may not fit a vehicle with a dealer spoiler.

In this situation, you have two options, either a roof rack and roof mounted bike rack or a hitch and hitch mounted bike rack.

I always recommend going with a hitch and hitch mounted bike rack. I think a hitch is more subtle than a roof rack as far as aesthetics. Plus with a hitch you can use cargo carriers or even tow.

For a hitch I recommend the Curt part # C11497.

With one of these hitches, you can use any bike rack designed to fit a Class I hitch. Below, I have added a link to all of our Class I hitch racks with a 2-bike capacity. I really like the Thule Camber # TH9058. I linked a video of the Camber for you to check out.

If you can tell me more about what you are looking for in a rack, I can help you find something to fit your needs.