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01-16-14, 08:15 PM

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You can go to Thule and customize a roof rack for the GS. Thule is a good alternative to Yakima. Both of them are great.

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01-17-14, 09:16 AM

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Thanks guys - I think I went to Thule and the configurator told me they didn't have anything for the 2013/2014 - I'll check it out again.

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01-17-14, 03:51 PM

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http://www.lexus.eu/car-models/gs/gs-350/#/Accessories

Got to be something out there. The European division seem to stock a specific roof rack.

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01-17-14, 06:41 PM

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Go to Fit Guide
Select Base rack
Select GS
Select 2013-2014
Select Thin Aeroblade
Voila. You got it!

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01-20-14, 06:58 AM

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Ah, the trick is to select "GS", not "GS 350" - thanks !

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02-02-14, 02:25 PM

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if you wouldn't mind, post some pics after you get the roof rack! I'd love to see what it looks like.

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02-02-14, 02:34 PM

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Find my post I have Yakima roof rack pics installed on my gs f sport awd

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03-03-14, 01:16 PM

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Bike Rack

Has anyone had any experience with a bike rack? Just curious what the options are for the GS. I am hoping for a tow hitch mount but not sure what options there is or if anyone has experience with this.
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03-03-14, 01:51 PM

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If you actually have a tow hitch, there are roof, trunk, or tow mount options to carry your bike(s). I believe both Thule and Yakima have all three.

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05-12-14, 08:39 PM

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Anything for the roof mount bike racks? I've checked Thule and yamiktke (to lazy to google correct spelling) websites but found nothing.

Tommrow morning I'm going in for my 5 k check I'll ask the dealer about it...

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05-13-14, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Trek

Why would anyone even think about transporting a bike (or two) on a Lexus sports sedan? I cringe at the mere idea of doing something like that. That's what my 2012 GMC Acadia Denali with the trailer hitch and Thule bike rack is for.

If I couldn't afford a proper second car, I would literally refuse to transport a bike anywhere if the only way to do it was on my Lexus.

What a horrible visual: A bike a rack on a Benz, BMW, or Lexus.

LATE NOTE: Oops, just saw the photos above my post. OMG!! That's like sacrilegious or something worse! Take that thing off and get a second car, please! UGH!

(Yes, I realize I'm commenting on an old post - but just saw it today)

It is a car - a sedan. Not a Lambo/Ferrari etc., and not a show-piece that is to be kept on a pedestal and adored. For somebody who is single, why should he/she have to maintain a second car just to transport a bike? I have a SUV too, but have absolutely no issues in using my GS for taking my bike to a trail that is a little far, or for taking my luggage to the airport.

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05-13-14, 07:14 AM

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05-13-14, 10:51 AM

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This is what I have on my lowered f sport. It works awesome. No cutting required. I had it professionally installed. http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitc...leid=201319507

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05-13-14, 07:14 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaked

This is what I have on my lowered f sport. It works awesome. No cutting required. I had it professionally installed. http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitc...leid=201319507

can u provide pics?