Trunk Bike Rack Recommendation for a 1997 Toyota Camry and 2003 Subaru Impreza

Question:

Dear etrailer, I am interested in purchasing a bike rack, ideally for 3-4 bikes. I have two old cars: a 1997 Camry 4-door 4 cylinder, and a 2003 Sabura Imprezza hatchback. Can you recommend a bike rack for each of thw two cars? Thanks very much! Best

asked by: Albert Y

Expert Reply:

For a 3-bike trunk mounted bike rack confirmed as a fit for both your 1997 Toyota Camry and a 2003 Subaru Impreza the Saris Bones 3 part # SA801BL would be your best option. It's got a decent price, it's lightweight, fits both vehicles and is an excellent all-around trunk rack. Check out the review video for more info on it.

There are no 4 bike trunk racks as the weight and leverage of 4 bikes would end up damaging the vehicle since the racks mount to the rear of the vehicle.

If you plan on carrying any womens 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