R55 Clubman Roof Rack

[Tekno]

Looking for a genuine roof rack set if anyone has one languishing in their garage?

ETA, think R56 etc shares the same fitment.

Thanks..

[vikingaero]

The R56 roof rack also fits the R55 Clubman,

The MINI version isn't the best design but looks far better than the Thule slab sided plates equivalent. And it's not the easiest to fit, so 2 patient people squeezing it together as you tighten it up is best.

FYI the MINI version has 22mm slot for accessories compared to 20mm on Thule and most other systems, but you can buy 22mm bolts on Amazon.

Edit to add: There are installation videos on YouTube to help you.

Edited by vikingaero on Wednesday 19th June 14:14

[Tekno]

Thanks…

I need the rack that fits on the (raised) factory roof rails. All I can seem to find is the ones that afix onto the roof. Going round in circles currently.

[Sir_Dave]

I've got these Yakima ones: https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.ph...

Leave them on permanently as they are very quiet/look decent.

Edited by Sir_Dave on Thursday 27th June 10:07

[Tekno]

Sir_Dave said:

I've got these Yakima ones: https://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.ph...

Leave them on permanently as they are very quiet/look decent.

Edited by Sir_Dave on Thursday 27th June 10:07

Thanks for that. Looks smart. Do you have a sunroof? Can you still open it?

[Sir_Dave]

Yeah ive got a sunroof, will still tilt, but not slide.