Convertible Hardtop Rack Setup for Bicycles

[JonathanJ.]

So I've got my 'vert that I've been trying to sell so I can get a non-vert. This allows me to easily install a roof-rack.

But...if I dont' have to sell then I'd rather not. So...

I've been VERY curious if you can put a roof-rack on an E30 hardtop. Anyone know? I've seen this setup on BMW brochures and such for E30 cabrio's, I want to know for sure how it's done.

Thanks.

[thereisnoyun]

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I wouldnt do it... its suppose to be fiber glass for the hardtop... if that shit comes crashing down... just get one thats not a vert and keep the vert. These cars are pretty cheap now adays

[JonathanJ.]

Because I want to avoid having to own two vehicles.

Anyone else have input??

[browntown]

I know thule sells bolt on bases that replicate gutters, so you can put gutter mount towers on them. My neighbor has them on his fiberglass truck shell.

Not that I would drill in to a cabrio hardtop, you'll want to keep it nice so you can sell it down the road.

Gutter system:

http://www.rackattack.com/product-pages/thule-542-artificial-raingutter-brackets.asp

New system:

http://www.rackattack.com/product-pages/thule-342-truck-cap-rack-system.asp

[JonathanJ.]

I know thule sells bolt on bases that replicate gutters, so you can put gutter mount towers on them. My neighbor has them on his fiberglass truck shell.

Not that I would drill in to a cabrio hardtop, you'll want to keep it nice so you can sell it down the road.

Gutter system:

http://www.rackattack.com/product-pages/thule-542-artificial-raingutter-brackets.asp

New system:

http://www.rackattack.com/product-pa...ack-system.asp

That is an option, but yeah I don't know if drilling 8 holes into a hardtop would be wise! Although I do have a line on a hardtop for about $500...

I work at a bikeshop so I have access to all rack manufactures goodies!

[Mastrcruse]

You have a PM

[///M42 sport]

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=93885

There is a factory option.
Check out the pic posted. If anyone has the part # I am interested also.

[Mastrcruse]

I searched through realoem and nothing is coming up but obviously there looks like it was an option