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LukeyB 12 August 2021 08:18 AM

Roof rack - 2005 impreza sti
 
Hey guys, I'm looking for a roof rack solution for my 05 sti and it seems there are very few options out there for this car. Does anyone have any suggestions?

RockyRoad 12 August 2021 03:14 PM

Doesn't Subaru offer one? Might be worth contacting your local dealer.

lockheed 12 August 2021 07:06 PM


Originally Posted by LukeyB (Post 12109105)
Hey guys, I'm looking for a roof rack solution for my 05 sti and it seems there are very few options out there for this car. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thule do one, found at rack attack in the states but must also be here too.

Don Clark 12 August 2021 07:14 PM

https://www.yakima.co.uk/vehicle-fin...variant/130446

lockheed 12 August 2021 08:05 PM


Originally Posted by Don Clark (Post 12109128)

Even better.

Don Clark 12 August 2021 10:08 PM


Originally Posted by lockheed (Post 12109127)
Thule do one, found at rack attack in the states but must also be here too.

Thule no longer make the fit kit 141210 for UK sale

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...519e852bad.png

LukeyB 13 August 2021 07:15 AM

I got a hold of my local Subaru dealer and apparently they don't offer a factory solution unfortunately.

LukeyB 13 August 2021 07:17 AM

I did find the Yakima option which seems to be the only way to go. However the only UK dealer has none in stock and when I phoned them up they werent able to say when they'll be back in stock either. ..

Don Clark 13 August 2021 12:56 PM

It seems the "clamp to the gutter versions" from all manufacturers have disappeared for the newage models.
But if you are in need, and can do some modding, this may be a solution.......using Hatch version bars.
First off below the roof trim strips you will find 4 brackets (similar to the roof rail mounts on the wagon)

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...bc1ed2cd4b.png
Then use the following link https://forums.nasioc.com/forums/sho....php?t=2165823 and the links shown within.


jaygsi 14 August 2021 12:44 AM

There surely should be some new ones listed on eBay. Just keep your eyes open. I sold mine to someone on here from what I remember.

RobsyUK 14 August 2021 11:41 AM

Here's mine. Maybe use these photos and speak to thule to see if they have an alternative.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...c7c998f242.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...abedf7a8af.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...89dfb72b3d.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...2bc0a01383.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...5929e7dce0.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...c91ba45997.jpg

LukeyB 14 August 2021 03:01 PM

Is that an official Subaru Rack Robsy?

RobsyUK 14 August 2021 04:15 PM


Originally Posted by LukeyB (Post 12109226)
Is that an official Subaru Rack Robsy?

sure is.

LukeyB 14 August 2021 04:20 PM


Originally Posted by RobsyUK (Post 12109232)
sure is.

I'm guessing these are ultra rare to pick up nowadays.

Don Clark 14 August 2021 05:40 PM


Originally Posted by LukeyB (Post 12109234)
I'm guessing these are ultra rare to pick up nowadays.

This is the info on it - probably made by Mont Blanc for Subaru Europe (part number beginning with E) back in the day.
http://imdomino.imgroup.co.uk/IMGGB/...A?Opendocument
http://imdomino.imgroup.co.uk/IMGGB/...E/151461-2.pdf

RockyRoad 14 August 2021 06:35 PM

Could be worth sending International Motors a message on eBay (impartsb46) to ask if they have any kicking about.

RetroPug 18 August 2021 02:55 PM

I've got a genuine Subaru roof rack which I believe is for a blobeye that I don't need, I think it is missing the adapters that bolt down to the gutters though.
I'd happily let it go to someone for cheap if it helps out.

jaygsi 18 August 2021 06:26 PM

Doesn't look as nice as one I had, looks bulky. Will see if I can find pictures.



Originally Posted by RobsyUK
sure is.


LukeyB 20 August 2021 10:18 AM

So to update I picked up a Yakima whispbar on ebay for only £70 (figured for this price its worth a shot). I have some additional parts en route which I'll use to try and modify the existing gutter brackets and then fit some grub screws to mount the feet to. Heres some pics of the bars sat in position to show the intended finished look.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...32d438268d.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...512af901c1.jpg

jaygsi 22 August 2021 01:57 PM

Ah didn't look bad, nice and low. Pity the centre piece isn't black aswell.

LukeyB 08 September 2021 08:31 PM

The fitted product
 
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...7d92998a80.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...ad471ef85d.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.sco...6cfbd2e2aa.jpg

WUZ 09 September 2021 11:01 AM

That is a great result Luke - glad you got what you needed in the end ;)

Russell

RobsyUK 26 June 2022 02:01 PM

Mines now for sale

jaygsi 27 June 2022 10:57 PM

What's yours look like?

RobsyUK 27 June 2022 11:27 PM

Like this 😀

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/175330963...mis&media=COPY

jaygsi 28 June 2022 10:54 AM

Sure I've seen that cat some water before :lol1:



Originally Posted by RobsyUK



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