Every roof rack system that fits the 1983 Volkswagen Golf, from Thule, plus older racks that still fit. This Golf comes with bare roof or rain gutters depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
- Roof types: Bare roof, Rain gutters
- Rack systems listed: 4 across 1 brand
- Crossbar lengths: 46" to 53" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
- Legacy fits: 1 current kit replaces older kit numbers
1983 Golf with bare roof
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145009 | 132 | Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
1983 Golf with rain gutters
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter high | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Rapid Gutter High (out of stock) Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter low | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) Thule Rapid Gutter Low (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter super high | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for… (out of stock) |
Already own a rack? Reuse it
Older kits that fit this Golf. If you already have one, you may only need bars or feet:
- Kit 1323 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145009 for the bare roof Golf. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.
Parts that fit your 1983 Golf
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Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO Clamp Towers – set of 4
$69.98 Add to cart -
Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$179.95 Read more -
Thule WingBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4-pack black
$249.95 Read more -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Thule Rapid Gutter High – (Set of 4) Black
$299.95 Read more -
Thule Rapid Gutter Low – foot for raingutters (4-pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for rain gutters 4-pack black
$319.95 Read more
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the Golf.
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Not sure what fits your 1983 Volkswagen Golf?
Tell us your trim and what you already own. We'll confirm the exact parts and email you back within 2 business days.
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.