How to Carry a Bike Rack with a 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible

Question:

i have a 2004 vw beetle convertible. Im looking for a trunk mounted bike bike to hold no more than two bikes. What do you suggest?

asked by: Dave A

Helpful Expert Reply:

I have a solution that will work for you, but since you have a convertible there are no trunk racks that will fit. Instead you would need to go with a hitch mounted option which will first require a trailer hitch like part # 24679.

The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video I attached for more info.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C