roof box on XC60

tompip · May 28th, 2014, 21:01

hi, has anyone had a thule motion 800 roofbox on their XC60?
if so, your experiences/comments gladly received
cheers

inego · May 28th, 2014, 23:38

Is there anything about that particular box that you're interested to know? I have an older Thule box with pretty much the same features.

Admittedly I haven't used it on the XC60 yet (Outback and Scout yes), but happy to answer generic Thule questions.

tompip · May 29th, 2014, 09:43

Hi, I just wanted to know if the length of this particular one was ok on the xc60, I.e. When the tailgate is open, how far does the front end (if at all) hang over the front windscreen

Westyman · May 29th, 2014, 09:48

Slightly O/T but how do you access a roof box on top of an XC60? I need a step-up thingy to wash the roof so wouldn't something similar be needed for a roof box? Just curious.

GMcL · May 29th, 2014, 12:33

We have the Volvo SpaceDesign 520 which looks similar to the Thule box you have. The Volvo box has sliders to adjust for different cars I'd imagine the Thule box is the same.

The Volvo box has been on our other car a Citroën C4 GP a medium size people carrier. I had to push it as far forward as it could go on the sliders to allow the tailgate to open fully. The base of the box has an indent which lined up perfectly with the roof aerial. The overhang at the front was just enough to see at the top of the windscreen without giving any noticeable lift or flexing.

wimorrison · May 29th, 2014, 14:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Westyman

Slightly O/T but how do you access a roof box on top of an XC60? I need a step-up thingy to wash the roof so wouldn't something similar be needed for a roof box? Just curious.

my thoughts exactly - towbar mounted box is much more practical on XC60 - unless you are 9' tall

Waggatron · May 29th, 2014, 18:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Westyman

Slightly O/T but how do you access a roof box on top of an XC60? I need a step-up thingy to wash the roof so wouldn't something similar be needed for a roof box? Just curious.

I regularly carry 4 bikes on the roof of my XC60 and the middle racks are a bit of a stretch even at my height of 6'5". So I carry a sturdy foldable metal step in the boot which sits flat and so doesn't really effect boot space. Got it from Lakeland a couple of years ago for £30. It's been worth every penny!

Westyman · May 29th, 2014, 18:20

Ah! So you keep some steps in the roof box.

Errr....no, that doesn't work does it...LOL

tompip · May 29th, 2014, 18:27

hi guys, thanks for your comments, i had no problem using the box whilst on the roof (im not 9ft tall) just used the motion 200 which done the job, why im asking about the thule motion 800 is ive been offered a deal on one and this is 30cms longer than the motion 200 (which didnt lap over my screen) but dont want a one that protrudes over my windscreen

GJB · May 29th, 2014, 18:57

How about standing on the door sill (with a protection for paint work obviously )

May 28th, 2014, 21:01	#1
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	roof box on XC60 hi, has anyone had a thule motion 800 roofbox on their XC60? if so, your experiences/comments gladly received cheers __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

May 28th, 2014, 23:38	#2
inego Senior Member Last Online: Today 04:30 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Sydney	Is there anything about that particular box that you're interested to know? I have an older Thule box with pretty much the same features. Admittedly I haven't used it on the XC60 yet (Outback and Scout yes), but happy to answer generic Thule questions. __________________ ________ MY14 XC60 D5 AWD 6sp R-design polestar 169kw (225bhp), 20" Ixion II, heavy duty towbar, premium audio

May 29th, 2014, 09:43	#3
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	Hi, I just wanted to know if the length of this particular one was ok on the xc60, I.e. When the tailgate is open, how far does the front end (if at all) hang over the front windscreen __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

May 29th, 2014, 09:48	#4
Westyman VOC Member Last Online: Feb 27th, 2023 21:36 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Derby	Slightly O/T but how do you access a roof box on top of an XC60? I need a step-up thingy to wash the roof so wouldn't something similar be needed for a roof box? Just curious. __________________ 2014MY XC60 D5 SE Lux AWD Geartronic hauling a 2011MY Vanmaster Accolade And for more fun: 1972 MG B GT

May 29th, 2014, 12:33	#5
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Apr 26th, 2024 11:04 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	We have the Volvo SpaceDesign 520 which looks similar to the Thule box you have. The Volvo box has sliders to adjust for different cars I'd imagine the Thule box is the same. The Volvo box has been on our other car a Citroën C4 GP a medium size people carrier. I had to push it as far forward as it could go on the sliders to allow the tailgate to open fully. The base of the box has an indent which lined up perfectly with the roof aerial. The overhang at the front was just enough to see at the top of the windscreen without giving any noticeable lift or flexing. __________________ 2011 Volvo S60 D3 R-design Premium - 2020 Focus ST estate automatic - 2020 KIA eSoul 150kW 64kwh EV Previous: 2005 Volvo S60 D5 Sport - 2017 Focus RS

May 29th, 2014, 18:20	#8
Westyman VOC Member Last Online: Feb 27th, 2023 21:36 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Derby	Ah! So you keep some steps in the roof box. Errr....no, that doesn't work does it...LOL __________________ 2014MY XC60 D5 SE Lux AWD Geartronic hauling a 2011MY Vanmaster Accolade And for more fun: 1972 MG B GT

May 29th, 2014, 18:27	#9
tompip Senior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 19:00 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: northumberland	hi guys, thanks for your comments, i had no problem using the box whilst on the roof (im not 9ft tall) just used the motion 200 which done the job, why im asking about the thule motion 800 is ive been offered a deal on one and this is 30cms longer than the motion 200 (which didnt lap over my screen) but dont want a one that protrudes over my windscreen __________________ 2011 XC60 Sapphire Black R Design D5 AWD, manual, winter pack, NAV, privacy glass, 18" Ixion wheels.

May 29th, 2014, 18:57	#10
GJB Premier Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 15:54 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cromer Norfolk	How about standing on the door sill (with a protection for paint work obviously )

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