[kiabarmy]

Looking for some bars for my Sportage 3 with the exposed rails

Suggestions for ones that work with these rails. Had Thule before but they are very expensive new!

 

[mr.macspot]

Not something I've ever bothered with, but do a community search, there are a fair few threads for Sportage. Also I found this company doing a few.

 

[iooi]

As above.

But I can recommend, as I got mine bars & box from, as well as a change of feet when changing car.

The Roof Box Company

Leading brands at the lowest prices. Great choice and value on roof boxes, bike rack and roof bar package deals. Expert advice & Fast UK delivery.

www.roofbox.co.uk

 

[little_geoff]

As you have an "Older" Sportage second hand bars for your car can be picked up quite cheaply. The main difference seems to be some have guide holes present on the inside of the rails...so worth checking your current car.
Also ensure any original bars still have their locking key, as these are near impossible to replace.

 

[kiabarmy]

As you have an "Older" Sportage second hand bars for your car can be picked up quite cheaply. The main difference seems to be some have guide holes present on the inside of the rails...so worth checking your current car.
Also ensure any original bars still have their locking key, as these are near impossible to replace.

I never leave the car unattended when I use rails, so not a big problem if I can't get one. Thanks, Mike.

 

[little_geoff]

I have bought a pair of genuine Kia ones (Mont Blanc I believe?) but as you say, there is no key with them, so I am looking for a No 47 key!!! I never leave the car unattended when I use rails, so not a big problem if I can't get one. Thanks, Mike.

I purchased this to make a replacement "key" for another member on here..
Hand Mouldable Polymorph 100g | Thermoplastic | Unlimited Uses - Crafts, DIY Repairs, Modelling, Prototypes : AmazonSmile: Home & Kitchen
it's not perfect as the number on the locking mechanism is also indented, but for the money it makes a usable key, if it stop working, just pop the plastic in hot water, and remold.
Also the locking slider on the bars themselves, worked much smoother when it was greased, and cleaned of accumulated gunk...

 

[kiabarmy]

I purchased this to make a replacement "key" for another member on here..
Hand Mouldable Polymorph 100g | Thermoplastic | Unlimited Uses - Crafts, DIY Repairs, Modelling, Prototypes : AmazonSmile: Home & Kitchen
it's not perfect as the number on the locking mechanism is also indented, but for the money it makes a usable key, if it stop working, just pop the plastic in hot water, and remold.
Also the locking slider on the bars themselves, worked much smoother when it was greased, and cleaned of accumulated gunk...

Brilliant thanks. I'll give it a try.

 

[kiabarmy]

Still looking.

 

[little_geoff]

Still looking.

Thought you had bought some?

doesn’t give a figment year though

kia sportage roof bars | eBay

<p>kia sportage roof bars & feet </p><p>Used but in good condition </p><p>Bars Measure 120cm across </p>

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[kiabarmy]

Thought you had bought some?

doesn’t give a figment year though

kia sportage roof bars | eBay

<p>kia sportage roof bars & feet </p><p>Used but in good condition </p><p>Bars Measure 120cm across </p>

www.ebay.co.uk

When the seller checked, they wouldn't fit a 2012 model but he has re-advertised with exactly the same advert. The ones in the ad you have shown are square bars and do not have a key. They are also collection only. (Thanks for your help by the way).

 

[kiabarmy]

UPDATE- I have a set of genuine Kia bars on the way. Thanks for advice and suggestions folks. Much appreciated.

 

[WD Pro]

For info, the original Kia rails (that fit the mounting holes perfectly and are nice quality) are made by Mont Blanc

WD