Will the Thule OutWay Trunk Mount Rack Fit a 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Sedan
Question:
I have a 2013 Mercedes CLS 550 All Wheel Drive Sedan. Your website claims that this bike rack will fit my car, but the Thule website does not confirm that. Can you let me know if this rack is appropriate for my vehicle?
asked by: David B
Expert Reply:
You are correct that the Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack # TH56BV is not confirmed to fit your 2013 Mercedes CLS 550 All Wheel Drive Sedan. What happens sometimes is that we might get a fit list from Thule and then it changes which is probably why we have it listed but they don't (I've sent in an update to have this fit list updated).
An alternative option from Thule is the Gateway Pro which comes in both a 2-bike # TH88VR and a 3-bike # TH78VR version. This is still a really nice bike rack that just lacks a few of the premium features that the OutWay showcases, like the locks for the bike and rack, and torque limiting knobs for the mounting straps, and that you need to remove the bike rack to safely open up your trunk. The Gateway Pro comes with a lock for the bikes and then you can add a lock for the rack using the Strap # TH533.
The only other thing you might need is a bike adapter bar like part # TH982XT if any of your bikes lacks a horizontal top tube like what you normally see on a typical men's bike.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Passive Security Strap for Trunk Mounted Bike Carriers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Straps
- Thule
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Thule Gateway Pro 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Lock Rack
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 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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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
more information >
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