Roof rack system?
08-12-2005, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ccoh
Does the R series have options for a roof rack for skis, bikes, etc?
08-15-2005, 01:58 AM
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Here's a pic of roofrack
I'm pretty reluctant to contradict NVJack but looks to me like there WILL be roofrack systems... spotted this baby today.
Here you go... several shots of the new roof rack. Can't see it in these photos, but this was not aftermarket... clearly had MB logos on it.
This one had the full roofrack storage bin also which was inside the vehicle (locked) - tinted glass prevented a picture, but the storage box looks nice.
This one ALSO has the rear upper spoiler extension (AMG Package part?) and had the chin spoilers too... I like these spoilers, but if that's all you get for $4400, no thanks!)
Here you go... several shots of the new roof rack. Can't see it in these photos, but this was not aftermarket... clearly had MB logos on it.
This one had the full roofrack storage bin also which was inside the vehicle (locked) - tinted glass prevented a picture, but the storage box looks nice.
This one ALSO has the rear upper spoiler extension (AMG Package part?) and had the chin spoilers too... I like these spoilers, but if that's all you get for $4400, no thanks!)
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08-15-2005, 09:36 AM
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These are the first pictures or reference to Roof Racks that I have seen...great scoop and shots of the system. (BTW, I didn't say there wouldn't be any, just that I had not seen any reference to them...:-) I saw the slots in the roof with the little covers but had no idea what they were for. This looks pretty nice for those who want to carry additional stuff. I don't think this will be exclusive to the AMG package but available as an accessory.
Where were these taken at? I note a couple of more in the picture.
Where were these taken at? I note a couple of more in the picture.
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08-15-2005, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
These are the first pictures or reference to Roof Racks that I have seen...great scoop and shots of the system. (BTW, I didn't say there wouldn't be any, just that I had not seen any reference to them...:-) I saw the slots in the roof with the little covers but had no idea what they were for. This looks pretty nice for those who want to carry additional stuff. I don't think this will be exclusive to the AMG package but available as an accessory.
Where were these taken at? I note a couple of more in the picture.
Where were these taken at? I note a couple of more in the picture.
08-15-2005, 11:11 PM
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That has to be the least attractive roof rack I have ever seen. I hope it is not permanently attached and can be used only when needed.
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08-16-2005, 02:28 AM
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Originally Posted by JackStraw
That has to be the least attractive roof rack I have ever seen. I hope it is not permanently attached and can be used only when needed.
08-16-2005, 02:28 AM
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Hmmm... what exactly makes for an attractive roof rack? It's two bars that go across the width of the vehicle, separated by about 3 feet. How would one make it look good? That sounds sarcastic but isn't meant to be... i just can't imagine what defines an ugly roof rack or a beautiful one... seems pretty limited in design flexibility.
I think that's what JackStraw is trying to mean. The W251 rack just looks like an afterthough.
08-16-2005, 02:38 AM
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Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
Integration into the car.
I think that's what JackStraw is trying to mean. The W251 rack just looks like an afterthough.
I think that's what JackStraw is trying to mean. The W251 rack just looks like an afterthough.
08-16-2005, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by JackStraw
That has to be the least attractive roof rack I have ever seen. I hope it is not permanently attached and can be used only when needed.
It apparently is removeable...see the other thread on this subject and I posted a shot of the connection point in the roof.
