Bike Rack Recommendations for a Mercedes C350 Coupe/BMW 3 Series Coupe
Question:
Hello, 1.is it possible for put a trailer hitch on either of these 2 cars mercedes c350 coupe or bmw 3 series coupe if so, which hitch is recommended 2. if a hitch is not possible what trunk mounted hitches are recommended? Im concerned about denting as have noticed a mercedes c-class in my building with 2 road bikes having dents using the 9001 thule raceway 2 bike Thanks for your help,
asked by: Alisa
Expert Reply:
I checked on the 2011 Mercedes C350 and there are no hitches available for the coupe models. The # C11030 that you referenced will work on the sedans but not the coupes.
Since I do not know what year BMW 3 series you have I can not say for certain if a hitch is available. Email me back and I will let you know if there is one available.
I checked and the Thule OutWay Bike Carrier # TH45JV will work on your C350 and every generation of BMW 3 Series coupes so I believe it would be a good choice for you. Check out the review video I attached for this product for you to check out also.
If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without a horizontal top tube you might also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT to provide a horizontal top tube for the rack to attach to easier. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out also.
To prevent any dents I would just make sure to remove the rack when not in use and be sure not to overload the carrier. The weight capacity for this rack is 66 lbs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 16 - 31-1/2 Inch Long
- Thule
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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