Installing roof racks on your 4WD vehicle can offer numerous benefits, especially if you engage in outdoor activities, travel, or need to carry extra gear. Reasons why you might want to consider installing roof racks include extra storage, camping and overlanding, outdoor adventures, cargo flexibility, maximising interior space, emergency gear, work and trade applications, customisation, aesthetics and off-road credentials, improved aerodynamics, carrying odd-shaped items and family travel.
Why Choose Automotive Superstore to Install your Roof Racks?
As one of Australia’s largest online retailers of 4WD parts and accessories, we stock all the best products by the finest brands from the world's leading manufacturers, and benefit from priority supply and some of the best acquisition costs in the country. Accordingly, our Sydney-based showroom and installation team are able to source whatever you need, and are often able to offer prices not possible from competing stores, ensuring you get the very best storage solution at the most cost effective price, fitted by the most competent and experienced installers around.
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Our expansive range of 4WD roof racks, bars, rails and platforms allows us to be completely brand agnostic when it comes to providing you with the right storage solution. Whether you are after a pair of simple roof bars or rails, basket or tray or a more multi-functional roof platform, you'll find the ideal solution in our digital catalogue. For the widest range of 4WD roof based storage solutions, the most expert sales advice and the highest quality installation in Sydney, talk to Automotive Superstore about your automotive storage needs today.
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Roof Rack Installation Prices
*Price of installation includes labour only. Additional hardware and consumables, such as wiring conversions, driver circuit installation and any related mounting hardware may incur an additional charge. Exact price is dictated by the unique complexity of the product to be installed and difficulty of installation into your particular vehicle.
Reasons to Install Roof Racks
- Extra Storage: Roof racks provide additional storage space for items that might not fit inside your vehicle. This is especially useful for camping gear, sports equipment, luggage, and other bulky items.
- Camping and Overlanding: If you enjoy camping or overlanding, roof racks allow you to carry tents, awnings, rooftop cargo boxes, and other camping essentials, freeing up interior space for passengers and other items.
- Outdoor Adventures: Roof racks are ideal for carrying items like kayaks, canoes, bicycles, skis, snowboards, surfboards, and other outdoor equipment that may not easily fit inside the vehicle.
- Cargo Flexibility: Roof racks provide a versatile platform for securing different types of cargo. You can use specialized accessories like cargo baskets, cargo bags, and tie-downs to secure your gear safely.
- Maximizing Interior Space: Roof racks help you optimize your vehicle's interior space. This is especially valuable for longer trips where you need more room for passengers and comfort.
- Emergency Gear: If you travel to remote or rugged areas, roof racks can carry emergency gear such as extra fuel, water, recovery equipment, and first aid supplies.
- Work and Trade Applications: Roof racks are valuable for contractors, tradespeople, and anyone who needs to transport tools, ladders, and work equipment.
- Customization: Roof racks can be customized to suit your specific needs. You can choose from various styles, sizes, and load capacities to match your preferences.
- Aesthetics and Off-Road Credentials: Some people install roof racks for the aesthetic appeal they add to their 4WD. Roof racks can enhance the rugged and adventurous appearance of your vehicle.
- Improved Aerodynamics: Many modern roof rack designs are aerodynamically optimized, which can reduce wind noise and improve fuel efficiency compared to older, bulkier rack designs.
- Carrying Odd-Shaped Items: Roof racks provide a solution for transporting large or odd-shaped items that might not fit in the vehicle's interior or trunk.
- Family Travel: Roof racks are beneficial for families needing extra space for strollers, baby gear, and luggage, especially during road trips.
Our Locations in Sydney
Our showroom and installation facility is located in Castle Hill in northwest Sydney. Expansive in area and equipped with all the necessities needed to carry out all manner of car modification, including a 2 and 4-post hoist for wheel and undercar work, our installation facility is second to none. Reach out to us here at Automotive Superstore to discuss your installation needs, and book your installation today.
Roof Rack Installation FAQs
Installing roof racks without existing rails requires a roof rack system designed for vehicles without rails. These typically consist of foot packs, crossbars, and fitting kits. Begin by following the manufacturer's instructions to assemble the foot packs and attach them to the vehicle's roof. Then, position the crossbars on the foot packs and secure them using the provided hardware. It's important to ensure proper alignment and tightness of all components. Professional installation is recommended for precise fitment and to ensure the roof rack is securely attached to the vehicle.
Installing a roof rack on a ute follows a similar process to installing roof racks on other vehicles. First, select a roof rack system compatible with your specific ute model. Most systems consist of foot packs, crossbars, and fitting kits. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to assemble the foot packs and attach them to the vehicle's roof. Position the crossbars on the foot packs and secure them using the provided hardware. Ensure proper alignment and tightness of all components. Professional installation is recommended for optimal fitment and to ensure the roof rack is securely attached to the ute.
The cost of roof racks can vary depending on several factors, such as the brand, vehicle compatibility, and the specific type of roof rack system. Basic roof rack systems for vehicles without existing rails typically start around $200 and can go up to $600 or more for premium options. Additional accessories, such as kayak carriers or bike racks, may have separate costs. It's recommended to check with Automotive Superstore for specific pricing on the roof rack system that suits your vehicle model and requirements. They offer a wide range of roof rack options at competitive prices.
Your manufacturers warranty covers myriad aspects of your vehicle. No single modification has the capacity to completely void your entire manufacturers warranty, which must be consistent with Australian Consumer Laws. With that said, in some cases, modifying particular aspects of your vehicle can create grounds for manufacturers to refuse a warranty claim is you have substantially modified the OEM wiring, parts or functionality of the vehicle.
Our installation facility is not accessible to the public and is constantly monitored by CCTV. With that said, we are unable to take responsibility for personal effects and other items not part of the vehicle being worked on. Accordingly, for simplicity and peace of mind, it is advisable you remove any valuables from the vehicle prior to leaving it with us or anyone else. Removing your personal items from the vehicle will also negate any need for us to work around, move or so much as touch your personal items, thus will make it easier for us to perform the tasks we need to get the job done for you in an efficient and timely fashion.
Yes, we offer a lifetime warranty on our work. This includes aftermarket wiring, mountings and fasteners and other things we might add to your vehicle. The products themselves are covered by their relevant manufacturer’s warranty which is bolstered by Australian Consumer Law, which requires the product be fit for purpose and reasonably durable.