1966-1979 GT 8 Spoke Polished 15 x 5.5 Wheel 4x130mm
Give your Air Cooled Volkswagen a classic retro look in minutes with this EMPI GT 8 spoke polished aluminum wheel — 15x5.5 inches, 4x130mm lug pattern, and show-quality polished finish.
The EMPI GT 8 spoke wheel is one of the most iconic retro custom wheel designs available for a late model Air Cooled VW — and polished aluminum delivers a bright, show-quality finish that suits any late Beetle, Karmann Ghia, or Type 3 build. This 15x5.5 inch polished aluminum wheel features the 4x130mm lug pattern used across the most popular late Air Cooled VW applications.
Compatible with most drum and disc brake setups. Uses standard 60 degree lugs. Chrome center cap and valve stem included. Four-bolt Volkswagen wheels may be used on some pre-1968 models using wheel adapters — confirm fitment before ordering. Sold individually — order quantity to match your build.
Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
- 1968–1977 Volkswagen Beetle Standard — 4x130mm Lug Pattern
- 1971–1979 Volkswagen Beetle Super — 4x130mm Lug Pattern
- 1967–1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia — 4x130mm Lug Pattern
- 1962–1973 Volkswagen Type 3 — 4x130mm Lug Pattern
Features / Benefits:
- EMPI GT 8 spoke polished aluminum wheel for vintage VW — 4x130mm lug pattern
- Polished aluminum finish for bright show-quality retro appearance
- Compatible with most drum and disc brake setups
- Uses standard 60 degree lugs
- ET30 offset and 4? in. backspace for correct stance and clearance
- Four-bolt wheels may fit some pre-1968 models using wheel adapters — confirm fitment
- Chrome center cap and valve stem included
- Sold individually — order quantity to match your build
Material / Finish:
Polished aluminum construction with chrome center cap for bright show-quality retro appearance and long-term durability.
Dimensions:
- Diameter: 15 in.
- Width: 5½ in.
- Lug pattern: 4x130mm
- Hub bore: 130mm
- Offset: ET30
- Backspace: 4-3/8 in.
- Overall diameter: 16? in.
- Depth: 6½ in.
- Inner depth: 5½ in.
- Weight: 14.5 lbs
Because Details Matter:
The EMPI GT 8 spoke wheel has been defining the Air Cooled VW custom look for decades — and polished aluminum takes that classic design to show-quality level in minutes. Correct 4-lug fitment, correct offset, chrome cap included — bolt them on and transform the exterior of your late Beetle, Ghia, or Type 3 the right way.
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