Car Racks Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Evaluating 243 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptional product quality and sturdy construction, mentioning that items fit their vehicles securely and provide outstanding value compared to alternative brands on the market. People deeply appreciate the straightforward online ordering experience, helpful website guidance, and remarkably prompt shipping that often exceeds initial expectations. However, some people mentioned unexpected customs charges and additional import taxes because products were actually shipped from Ireland instead of being locally dispatched from the United Kingdom. A few reviewers also noted that delivery tracking was occasionally unreliable, and some experienced longer waiting times and delays than originally advertised during purchase.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

No problems with this company, found a paddleboard on online search. Roughly £30 cheaper than alternative companies. Although, had to pay £69 in customs charges as the company is based in Ireland and... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I ordered a car rack on-line for a Swedish registered car as I couldn't get one in the UK. It was very straightforward and it arrived safely. Whilst it took a bit longer to arrive than expected I rec... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

What car racks don't tell you on their Ebay site is they are based in Dublin and I had to pay an extra £64 import tax to get delivery as it was held by royal mail. So I ended up paying more for my roo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Roof bars for my car. Excellent quality, very easy fit if you follow the instructions (which are clear to read). Only downside is these particular racks don't have a quick remove option, but I figur... See more


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  1. Auto parts shop

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Anything you want to carry on your roof from roof boxes, bikes, kayaks, skis, fishing rods, SUP / surf board or boats - we have a solution to meet your needs. Here at Car Racks, we pride ourselves on our high standard of customer service, extensive experience, and a quality product range to suit all needs and budgets. Our comprehensive range includes all the major brands such as Modula, Nordrive, La Prealpina, G3 and Peruzzo providing a variety of styles, affordability, and functionality. Our friendly staff are incredibly knowledgeable and can guide you through any buying decision.


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The product is decent

The product is decent - pretty much what I thought it would be. Instructions were scant - diagrams to appeal to multi- national customers - not the suppliers fault and got there in the end. I’m sure despatch times fall within the company claims, but coming from Ireland it took a while to reach me. Unlike other reviewers I felt communication from the company was pretty good throughout. Ordering from one company, having it despatched by a second and paying a third, does not instil confidence!!! Like others, I had moments when I thought I had made a serious error. Turned out ok though.

15 May 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Delivery took a little longer than…

Delivery took a little longer than expected, but overall great service with keeping me updated about said delivery delays. Product was exactly what I needed, fitted like a dream, I ordered bars for my nissan qashqai 12 plate without raised rails. The website guided me to the exact products compatible with my car. Great results.

23 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful company

Awful company. Not uk based but used a virtual postcode in london to pretend they are exporting from the UK. Customer service a joke. 5 star warning to avoid.

11 May 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I didn't do my due diligence with this…

I didn't do my due diligence with this company and am kicking myself. Ordered nearly £500 worth of items on a Monday, needed for the following Monday, as it was 48 hour delivery. As others have said I found out it isn't a UK based company and would be no chance of 48 hour delivery! we're now over a week later and upon looking at my tracking from parcel force they haven't even left the originating country!! No email addresses, no telephone numbers and no customer service. Avoid!!

26 May 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Item arrived but parts missing

Item arrived but parts missing. One response asking for info and then heard nothing else back. Seems like they’re impossible to get hold of in the event of any issue. I ordered on a whim and didn’t research first but I wish I did..

2 May 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Roof bars ordered

Easy to navigate and order the right product. Delivered in a timely manner.
Had an email regarding possible import duties (I assume VAT) from royal mail which created a little confusion, as the roof bars were despatched from Ireland to the UK. Perhaps make it clear in your website regarding this. (I did not have to pay extra as it turned out)

9 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The roof rack arrived without any keys

The roof rack arrived without any keys. I don’t think I can even install it without the keys. There’s probably no possibility of getting this in time for when I need it now so I will return it and source from somewhere more local (this was shipped to UK from Ireland so took over a week due to customs)

Update: it seems now they expect me to pay to have the product shipped back to them. Incredible, as it is a faulty product.

12 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam website

Ordered Thule roof bars from Car Racks UK, they took the money out of my bank account, but did not send order confirmation! Contacting their customer service and did not hear anything back from them. Fortunately, my bank returned all the money back to me. Avoid this website, looks like it is UK based, but is actually based in Ireland so not a UK stockist or seller which they do not advertise clearly despite the name 'Car Racks UK'.

26 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Untrustworthy

The roof bars will be too late to arrive for my holiday. They quote 48hr delivery. i couldn't upgrade to get fast delivery. I tried to cancel but you cant. They are based in Dublin although called carracks.co.uk and have a UK address. There are no telephone numbers. Ive been told I will have to pay import duties. The whole thing is set up just to get your money. Massively annoyed and disappointed.

27 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Complete breakdown of service

Ordered on the 30th of March a pair of roof bars and despite stating it will take 4-6 days we eventually had partial delivery on the 10th of April. Requested a tracking number and was provided one on a different mickgarage.com website that didn't and still doesn't work. The box arrived damaged and what was included were the ends of the roof bars but not the actual roof bars themselves and it was marked as damaged delivery with the delivery guy. All captured on ring.com The actual ends were in Thule boxes full of sellotape that clearly meant those were not new but possibly returns. Reported the problem with photos and suggested that the delivery company lost the roof bars but the box stated it was only one package. Luckily all is on video that shows the box was not big enough to hold the roof bars. Responded and requested a refund and arrange for collection of the incomplete kit. Since then I have sent multiple emails and messages via their website and not a single response, nothing, nada. The customer service is NON EXISTENT. I have just sent them an email stating if I don't hear from them then I will take it with my credit card to claim back my nearly £300. It's an awful experience for something that should be easy. Also this is NOT a UK business despite the fact that they provide a London UK address. I found out today that there is a customs charge of £80.32. The business model is based on dishonesty and poor service. My advice is to avoid at all costs!!!

30 March 2026
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