1978 Nissan 280Z Wheels & Rims
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The 1978 Nissan 280Z in both Base and 2+2 trims rolls on a 4x114.3 bolt pattern with a 66.1mm center bore. Factory wheels measure 14x4.5 inches with a 12mm offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium options from Work Wheels, Enkei, SSR Wheels, and Rotiform, all verified to bolt directly onto your Z without modification. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states.
Whether you're modernizing your classic Z's stance or upgrading from the original equipment, we stock multiple widths and diameters across fourteen and fifteen inch sizes. Choose from 14x4.5 up to 15x7, each wheel individually checked for perfect fitment on your vehicle. Shop with confidence knowing your new wheels will arrive ready to install, with free shipping included.
1978 Nissan 280Z Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1978 Nissan 280Z uses a 4x114.3 bolt pattern. Stock wheels measure 14x4.5 with a 12 offset. You can step up through 14-inch widths up to 14x7, or move to 15-inch diameter with 15x6.5 and 15x7 options. Since fitment is square across all four corners, width and offset choices are straightforward—no staggered setup needed.
The 4x114.3 bolt pattern is your only fitment starting point; no other pattern will work on this Z. Make sure any wheel you select has a center bore of at least 66.1 millimeters, and fit a hub-centric ring if your wheel's bore runs larger. Aggressive offsets or very wide wheels can contact the fender or suspension, so verify your exact setup against the listed compatible sizes.
Every wheel in our 280Z catalog bolts on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Work Wheels, Enkei, SSR Wheels, and Rotiform all stock fitments for your car.
1978 Nissan 280Z Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x114.3 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 66.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 14x4.5 wheels at a +12 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.25
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1978 Nissan 280Z Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x4.5 | +5 to +25 | 175/80R14 | — |
| 14x5 | +5 to +25 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +5 to +25 | 185/70R14 | — |
| 14x6.5 | +5 to +25 | 185/70R14 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +5 to +25 | 205/60R15 | — |
| 14x7 | +5 to +15 | 185/70R14 | — |
| 15x7 | +5 to +15 | 205/60R15 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Nissan 280Z
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion, Equip, CR Kiwami
- Volk Racing — TE37, CE28, ZE40
- SSR — Professor, Formula, GTX
- Gram Lights — 57CR, 57DR, 57Xtreme
- Enkei — RPF1, NT03, PF01
- Aodhan — DS02, AH02, AFF7
- WedsSport — SA-72R, TC105X
Complete Your 1978 Nissan 280Z Build
- Nissan 280Z coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Nissan 280Z exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Nissan 280Z suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Nissan 280Z 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