Bike and Ski Carriers as a Gift: What to Know Before You Buy (2025)

Bike and Ski Carriers: roof and hitch mounted carriers. Match the carrier to the rails they already have, or gift both together.

Why the Factory Version

Universal versions of this exist and they are cheaper. The factory version is measured to the specific vehicle, uses the existing mounting points, and matches the trim finish. On a gift, that difference is the whole point. Nobody wants an accessory that announces it was the budget option.

What You Need to Know to Order

• Year, make, model and trim at a minimum.
• The VIN if you can get it, which resolves everything else.
• For interior items, the interior color code from the SPID label.
• For bed and cargo items, the bed length or wheelbase.

Who It Suits

This is a safe gift for someone who uses their vehicle hard and has not gotten around to protecting it.

We are a factory GM dealer, not a reseller, so what you order is the same part the service drive installs. Browse our Chevrolet OEM parts catalog or search for bike carrier.