Every roof rack system that fits the 1979 Volvo 260, from Thule, plus older racks that still fit. This 260 comes with raised rails, factory crossbars or rain gutters depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails
✔ Fits your 1979 Volvo 260 with raised rails
- Complete kit: bars and towers in one box
- Aerodynamic bars
- Works with both standard and T-slot mounts (bike, ski, cargo box)
- Roof types: Raised rails, Factory crossbars, Rain gutters
- Rack systems listed: 7 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)
1979 260 with raised rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
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| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Single Thule Evo Raised Rail 4 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
1979 260 with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Single Thule Evo Raised Rail 4 Torque Key 4Nm |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
1979 260 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 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter low | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule Rapid Gutter Low (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Rapid gutter super high | None (universal) | 220 | Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for… (out of stock) |
Parts that fit your 1979 260
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Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black – Part # 710405 (replaces 710401)
$264.95 Add to cart -

Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Add to cart -

Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles with Large or Uniquely Shaped roof Rails – Part # 710801
$299.95 Add to cart -

Thule Rapid Gutter High – (Set of 4) Black – Part # 387101
$299.95 Read more -

Thule Rapid Gutter Low – foot for raingutters (4-pack) – Part # 300101
$279.95 Read more -

Thule Rapid Gutter Super High foot for rain gutters 4-pack black – Part # 953101
$319.95 Read more
Cargo boxes for your 1979 Volvo 260
A cargo box mounts on the crossbars above. Check the box’s crossbar spread range and make sure your rear hatch opens clear of it. Boxes are oversized, so most are pickup at our Ashland store, where we’ll mount it for you.
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Rhino Rack MasterFit Rooftop Cargo Box 16cu ft- In Store Only
$549.00 Add to cart -

Yakima Skybox NX XXL (22) Cargo Box (In Store Only) – Part # 8007371
$949.00 Add to cart -

Yakima Skybox NX Skinny Cargo Box (In Store Only) – Part # 8007368
$799.00 Add to cart -

Yakima SkyBox NX XL (18) CARGO BOX (in-store Only) – Part # 8007370
$849.00 Add to cart
Bike racks for your 1979 Volvo 260
Roof bike racks clamp to your crossbars. Hitch bike racks need a receiver hitch — check whether yours is 1.25″ or 2″ before ordering.
Roof-mount bike racks
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Kuat Trio Rooftop Bike Rack – Grey/Orange & Black/Silver
$249.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -

Yakima FrontLoader – Rooftop Bike Mount – Part # 8002103
$275.00 Add to cart -

Thule FastRide roof bike rack fork mount black – Part # 564005
$299.95 Read more -

Thule ProRide XT roof bike rack frame mount black – Part # 598004
$349.95 Read more
Hitch bike racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo – Single Tray Hitch Bike Rack 1.25″/2″
$419.99 Add to cart -

Yakima OnRamp LX E-Bike Rack 2″ Hitch – In Store Only – Part # 8002756
$999.00 Add to cart -

Yakima EXO SwingBase – EXO HITCH SYSTEM BASE – *In-store ONLY* – Part # 8002715
$699.00 Add to cart -

Thule Range RV Bike Rack (in-store only)
$449.95 Add to cart
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the 260.
Other 260 years
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.







