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Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black)

Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black)

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Brand: Thule
Category: Sports

List Price: $369.00
Buy New: $332.00
You Save: $37.00 (10%)



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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 5 reviews
Sales Rank: 6061

Shipping Weight (lbs): 44.5
Dimensions (in): 68 x 36 x 17

Model: 6031500
UPC: 091021603509
EAN: 0091021603509
ASIN: B000UXWQDQ

Release Date: August 4, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • High grade impact scratch resistant material sets the Ascent series apart from all the rest.
  • Access gear from either side of the car using our patented Dual-Side opening feature. Smooth, aerodynamic design for minimal wind resistance.
  • Easy opening and closing with Thule's NO-GO Central Locking, One Key System.
  • Mounts to most factory installed and aftermarket racks. Four box sizes available.

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
A must have for all of your carrying needs, the Thule Ascent 1500 rooftop cargo box is the perfect-sized multipurpose box - fit anything from kayak paddles to skis to holiday gifts. The high-grade impact- and scratch-resistant material sets the Ascent series apart from all the rest.


Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great Product!   October 18, 2008
phi2ok (OK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I purchased the Thule Rooftop Cargo Box after seeing them on so many vehicles on my travels across the U.S.. The 603 Ascent 1500 was selected as the size and shape fit my camping needs to a "T". Once I received it and opened the box I was skeptical as it is very light, but feeling confident with the numbers of them in use, I mounted it to my 2001 Subaru Outback. Wow! Easy and Quick! No brainer there! Then it was off to Washington State an over 2100 mile trip. br /Well, I am back and only have enthusiastic phrase for this fabulous cargo box! High winds at 75 mph and rain didn't phase it one bit! As far as my gas mileage, I really think it increased! I get 25 mpg normally and I averaged just over 24 mpg! That includes going through the Rockies several times and the high wind on the nose driving! I don't believe I did that well without it. This is a Great Product and I am sure you will be pleased as well! Purchase it, you won't regret it! Amazon gave great service and shipping!


4 out of 5 stars Thule 603   September 30, 2008
SloJoe (Northwestern Pa.USA)
Upon recieving this carrier 3 days past schedule as amazon hadnt delivered it to them it had to be trucked in behind a 53ft semi {even though product shipping wt listed at 35 lbs} which took out three neighbors cable/phone wires coming into our residential neighborhood.Product was unpacked and in good shape but hinge assembly on front wasnt put together I took it to my local bike shop who used a press to put hinge together as they sell Thule products and said it should have never left the factory in that condition.having mounted the carrier its mounting system is great alowing me to move it between vehicles with ease.I chose the 603 based on size and didnt want anything past the windshield .very little wind noise if any is heard on either vehicle and it seems to be a good solid carrier though it does have some flex to it.I have seen these carriers perform well in inclimate weather and thats what i need for winter travel up noth


5 out of 5 stars Thule Ascent 1500 Cargo Box   September 9, 2008
B. O'Neill (New Jersey)
This cargo box is perfect for my Toyota Rav 4. I was looking for a cargo box that was wider than the ones you normally see and not as long as I didn't want it hanging over my windshield. It is high enough inside to fit small luggage and/or my daughter's stroller. I cannot imagine life or a long weekend without it.


5 out of 5 stars Thule Ascent Carrier   September 1, 2008
Ty (Benton,IL)
We bought this carrier for our 2007 Jeep Commander Ltd. The carrier was a breeze to mount and it holds alot of luggage so the 2 boys had lots of room to use during the trip. The Thule securely fastened to the crossbars of the factory luggage rack and made no wind noise at all. Our gas mileage didn't get effected much at all. Plus it looks pretty decent compared to some of the boxes I've seen. Spend the extra money instead of the fabric carriers. Your luggage will be dry secure inside of the Thule Ascent. We're very happy we got this and plan to use it alot for our future vacations.


5 out of 5 stars Great product.   July 12, 2008
Petrov (New York, NY)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

Mounted on a 2003 Toyota Sienna. Very easy to mount and unmount with the built-in clamps. Very secure. Have used it on a number of trips with no problems. I love that you can open it from either side.