Roof Rack dilemmas

[CaryGX550]

Thanks Gregh, that’s a fully comprehensive list of rack options!
You guys are so lucky with what you can buy in the States, the choices here in the UK are pretty limited in comparison. We can get ARB and Front Runner gear plus a few others.

I’m really surprised how high the panoramic sunroof goes when opened (2.25”) - do you have this sunroof on the First Edition or Premium spec cars in the US? I wonder if anyone has experience with which racks work with that sunroof?

I ordered this from Peak 4x4 recently, it's due to be delivered this week. Sounds like it might be similar to what you're looking for. It's an Australian company so check the shipping rates. I thought the price point for the rack was competitive. Link

 

[Alex_Prado]

Does anyone have the Victory 4x4 cross bars on their 250 now?
They look about perfect for what I want, but look like they could be loud too.

Have 3 of the victory cross bars and road noise seems less than the mirrors, but for sure a little noisier than not having them.

 

[theregoesmybus]

This set-up looks great and seems super functional for what I'm looking for. I also don't need a full length roof rack but would like crossbars on my 1958 for surfboards, SUP's, etc..... are these the Thule WingBar EVO's?

Thanks! Yes, they're WingBar EVO's in size 53. 50 works too, but I wanted just a bit more overhang as I have an awning that connects to the bar on the outside of the risers. With a 53 there's roughly 3-4" on the outside of the risers, but still not wider than the car (pictured).

 

[Strad]

I ordered this from Peak 4x4 recently, it's due to be delivered this week. Sounds like it might be similar to what you're looking for. It's an Australian company so check the shipping rates. I thought the price point for the rack was competitive. Link

Thanks Cary, this looks great and I love all the extras they do at very reasonable pricing. I fear I’m going to have the same problem with the panoramic sunroof which I’m pretty certain will hit this rack when opened and definitely would require the front wind deflector to be removed which probably has noise issues. Only the front half of the sunroof retracts but that part is the same size as the standard sunroof and rises just above the top of the OEM side rails when fully open.
Not an easy decision to make without knowing how it fits…….. I might have to just never open the sunroof!!!

Will be interested to hear what you think of the fit and quality when your rack arrives. Also what did they want for shipping costs to the States? I priced up the rack and a few extras (side box, ladder and roof storage boxes + brackets) and it’s circa USD1,500 to ship to the UK. I’m sure they can do better than that.

 

[CaryGX550]

Thanks Cary, this looks great and I love all the extras they do at very reasonable pricing. I fear I’m going to have the same problem with the panoramic sunroof which I’m pretty certain will hit this rack when opened and definitely would require the front wind deflector to be removed which probably has noise issues. Only the front half of the sunroof retracts but that part is the same size as the standard sunroof and rises just above the top of the OEM side rails when fully open.
Not an easy decision to make without knowing how it fits…….. I might have to just never open the sunroof!!!

Will be interested to hear what you think of the fit and quality when your rack arrives. Also what did they want for shipping costs to the States? I priced up the rack and a few extras (side box, ladder and roof storage boxes + brackets) and it’s circa USD1,500 to ship to the UK. I’m sure they can do better than that.

Oh, I apologize. I missed your comment about your dual pane panoramic sunroof. That's really cool, I didn't realize LC's offered that. My all in price was $987 USD delivered (rack only). The day after I ordered I received a message saying the "system" misquoted the shipping and it would go from $140 USD to between $300-$400 USD. I objected and they stuck with the previous shipping cost. That's why I suggested to watch the shipping if you like the product.

The rack was supposed to be delivered today, but it seems to be delayed, considering it's 9:30pm here. I'm traveling for work this week but will let you know about the quality when I return and get it installed.

 

[Strad]

Thanks, that’s interesting on the shipping costs. I suspect the online ordering tool was adding a full cost per item when it came to $1500 and they could do way better than that if asked.
Anyway I need to work out the heights and whether I value the sunroof opening!
Look forward to hearing what you think of yours when it arrives. Safe travels!