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[535dboy]

[quote="MJim"]
Just come back from Europe with the X5. We had a massive roof box on it so went in the carriages for larger vehicles - absolutely fine.  Next time I'll do the same even without the roof box - so thanks for the intel ...
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Won't always work but worth a try

They have to send us in with coaches because our cars are too low!

[xl5]

you can specify which coach you 'need' to go in when booking and a very good excuse for the x5/x6 is the width of the car...and if out of season you normally get on quicker...
tbh i booked the normal train both ways but on the way back just drove into the 'truck' lane and nothing was said...

[MJim]

Yes I'd specified roof box when booking the journey there and back - think I'd do the same again even without to save injuries to the car !  There was an old renault clio (no roof box) in my queue for the return journey who was allowed on ...