Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2007 Toyota Corolla with a Spoiler

Published 06/13/2014

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Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount

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$158.95

Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs

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$36.74

Question:

Can the TH911XT fit a 2007 Toyota Corolla with a spoiler? Are there special instructions for installation?

asked by: Chris

Expert Reply:

Vehicles with spoilers pose a problem for many trunk mounted bike racks. I do not recommend the Thule Passage # TH911XT on a vehicle if it has a spoiler like on your 2007 Toyota Corolla. What you will need to guarantee fit is the Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top rack # HRF2-3.

This rack has an additional arm piece to keep the rack and straps off of the spoiler so no weight is put on it. I have included a link to a video showing how it works. I have also linked the isntructions for you.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H