1981 Buick Riviera Wheels & Rims
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The 1981 Buick Riviera Base and T-Type models roll on a 5x120.65 bolt pattern with a 70.3mm center bore. Your Riviera came equipped with 14x6 wheels at 40 offset, and we stock replacement options from trusted brands including American Racing, US Mag 1PC, Performance Replicas, and Vision. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on perfectly.
Whether you're upgrading to 15-inch, 16-inch, or 17-inch wheels, our selection from WELD Performance, Forgestar, Ridler, and E5 Wheels gives you plenty of styling choices. We verify each fitment for your specific model, and all orders ship free throughout the lower 48 states.
1981 Buick Riviera Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1981 Buick Riviera bolts on with a 5x120.65 pattern. The factory wheel is 14x6 with a 40 offset. You can upgrade to 15-inch or 16-inch wheels in widths from 6 to 7 inches, or step up to 17-inch at 7 inches wide. All compatible sizes maintain the non-staggered setup that works best for this classic.
Only wheels with a 5x120.65 bolt pattern will fit your Riviera. The hub center bore measures 70.3 millimeters—if your chosen wheel has a larger bore, install hub-centric rings to ensure a proper fit. Stick with modest offsets; extreme widths or aggressive negative offsets risk contact with the fender and suspension components.
Every wheel we list for your Riviera is verified to bolt on safely and ships free across the lower 48 states. American Racing, Ridler, and WELD Performance are among the popular in-stock options that suit this model perfectly.
1981 Buick Riviera Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x120.65 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 70.3mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 14x6 wheels at a +40 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1981 Buick Riviera Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x6 | +25 to +40 | 205/75R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +25 to +40 | 205/75R15, 225/70R15, 215/70R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +25 to +40 | 205/75R15, 225/70R15, 215/70R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +25 to +40 | 205/70R16 | — |
| 15x7 | +25 to +40 | 205/75R15, 225/70R15, 215/70R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +25 to +40 | 205/70R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +25 to +40 | 205/65R17 | — |
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Complete Your 1981 Buick Riviera Build
- Buick Riviera suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Buick Riviera brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers
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