Every roof rack system that fits the 2008 BMW 5 Series, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This 5 Series comes with raised rails, bare roof or factory crossbars depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
- Roof types: Raised rails, Bare roof, Factory crossbars
- Rack systems listed: 16 across 3 brands
- Crossbar lengths: 33" to 50" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
Pacific Rack kits for your 2008 5 Series
Complete kits with our own crossbars, in stock and ready to ship. Match your roof type:
For raised rails
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Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails
$149.00 Add to cart -
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Pacific Rack Universal Crossbars for Raised Side Rails – Heavy Duty & Easy to Use
Original price was: $139.00.$109.00Current price is: $109.00. Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Thule Rapid Crossroad 450R Feet + Locks
$299.00 Add to cart
2008 5 Series with raised rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-06937) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-05687) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-01567) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex StealthBar | None (complete: JA7970) | 176 | Not carried |
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Strap 4 pcs Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Thule WingBar Evo 118 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
| Yakima | Yakima TimberLine Towers | None (universal) | Yakima TimberLine Towers Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar… |
2008 5 Series with bare roof
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK046 (complete: JA0116) | 165 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK046 (complete: JC-07004) | 165 | Not carried |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK046 (complete: JC-05754) | 165 | Not carried |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine FX | Front: BaseClip 175 (B85-4); Rear: BaseClip 143 (B36-4) | Yakima BaseClip 143 Yakima BaseClip 175 | |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine Towers | Front: BaseClip 175 (B85-4); Rear: BaseClip 143 (B36-4) | Yakima BaseClip 143 Yakima BaseClip 175 Yakima BaseLine Towers |
2008 5 Series with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Strap 4 pcs Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Thule WingBar Evo 118 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
Parts that fit your 2008 5 Series
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Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit (4 legs)
$299.99 Add to cart -
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Foot – 1 Foot
$69.00 Add to cart -
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Strap 4 pcs – Thule Raised Rail Edge/WingBar Edge 958/AeroBlade 750 Part #1500052976
Original price was: $140.00.$89.00Current price is: $89.00. Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack – Set of 4
$264.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Torque Key 4Nm – Thule Raised Rail Evo/Flush Rail Evo/Flush Rail Edge/Fixpoint Evo/Fixpoint Edge
$34.42 Add to cart -
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles with Large or Uniquely Shaped roof Rails
$299.95 Add to cart -
Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseClip 143 (B36-4)
$75.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseClip 175 (B85-4)
$75.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Thule Raised Rail Edge – foot for vehicles 4-pack black
$359.95 Read more -
Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised Rail Endcaps – 2 Left & 2 Right + Lock Plugs
$98.95 Read more -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Read more
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Fit info is compiled from Thule, Yakima and Rhino-Rack data. Always confirm against the manufacturer's install instructions and your vehicle's roof load limit.