1980 Lotus Elite Wheels & Rims
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Equipping your 1980 Lotus Elite Base with the right wheels elevates both style and performance. This model originally rolled on fourteen-by-seven wheels with a nineteen-millimeter offset and uses a four-by-one-fourteen-point-three bolt pattern. We stock premium options from Work Wheels, Enkei, SSR Wheels, and Rotiform that fit perfectly on your Elite.
Every wheel we offer for your Lotus has been verified to bolt on correctly and ships free throughout the lower forty-eight states. You can confidently choose from fourteen-by-seven, fifteen-by-seven, or sixteen-by-seven sizes, knowing each option maintains the proper fitment for your chassis. Browse our selection and find the perfect upgrade today.
1980 Lotus Elite Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1980 Lotus Elite rolls on a 4x114.3 bolt pattern with a stock setup of 14x7 wheels at plus-19 offset. You can step up to 15x7 or 16x7 fitments while maintaining the same offset, giving you modern tire options without sacrificing the car's proportions or handling balance.
Four-lug 114.3-millimeter spacing is your only option for this Elite, so verify any wheel's bolt pattern before ordering. The hub center bore measures 60.1 millimeters; if your wheel's bore exceeds that, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering. Aggressive offsets beyond the stock plus-19 or oversized widths risk contact with the Lotus's tight fenders and suspension geometry, so stay conservative with fitment choices.
Every wheel we stock for your Elite is guaranteed to bolt on straight and ships free across the lower 48 states. Work Wheels, Enkei, SSR Wheels, and Rotiform all offer sizes that fit your car's classic British proportions perfectly.
1980 Lotus Elite Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x114.3 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 60.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 14x7 wheels at a +19 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1980 Lotus Elite Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/60R14 | — |
| 15x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/55R15, 225/50R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/50R16, 225/45R16 | — |
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Complete Your 1980 Lotus Elite Build
- Lotus Elite suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Lotus Elite 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








