Sounds a lot doesn't it. Have a look at the Thule online calalogue I always like there stuff! Have to say though that I think the roof rack/bars do look rather ugly on the A-Class but if you have to carry skis or boards there no real choice!
I have Thule roof bars for my current car (Subaru Impreza) and they do a fixing kit for the new A class to convert these to fit to the Merc for around £35. You can also get the whole system.
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