1998 Pontiac Firebird Wheels & Rims
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The 1998 Pontiac Firebird Base, Formula, and Trans Am models roll on a 5x120.65 bolt pattern with a 70.3mm center bore. Your stock setup runs 16x6.5 wheels at a 45mm offset. We verify every wheel bolts on perfectly and ships free to the lower 48 states, so you can upgrade with confidence.
ThreePiece.us stocks premium brands like American Racing, Forgestar, WELD Performance, and Ridler for your Firebird. Choose from sizes ranging 16x6.5 up to 18x8.5, giving you flexibility to customize your ride's stance and appearance. Whether you're hunting classic style or modern performance, we've got the right fitment waiting.
1998 Pontiac Firebird Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1998 Pontiac Firebird, regardless of trim, needs a 5x120.65 bolt pattern. The factory 16x6.5 wheel runs a 45mm offset. You can step up to 16x7, 16x7.5, or 16x8, then move to 17-inch or 18-inch sizes—all the way to 18x8.5—without changing bolt pattern or losing fitment.
Since only 5x120.65 bolts work on your Firebird, confirm any wheel carries that pattern before purchasing. The hub centers at 70.3mm, so use hub-centric rings if your wheel's center bore exceeds that diameter. Avoid wheels with offsets that push too wide or sit too far inboard, as aggressive sizing risks contact with fenders and suspension components.
Every wheel we list bolts straight onto your Firebird and ships free to the lower 48 states. American Racing, WELD Performance, Forgestar, and Ridler are stocked now and ready to ship.
1998 Pontiac Firebird Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x120.65 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 70.3mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 16x6.5 wheels at a +45 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1998 Pontiac Firebird Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x6.5 | +40 to +50 | 215/60R16, 225/55R16 | — |
| 16x7 | +40 to +50 | 215/60R16, 225/55R16 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +40 to +55 | 235/55R16, 245/50R16, 225/55R16 | — |
| 16x8 | +40 to +55 | 235/55R16, 245/50R16, 225/55R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +40 to +55 | 245/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +40 to +55 | 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +40 to +55 | 245/35R19 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +40 to +56 | 245/45R17, 235/50R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +40 to +55 | 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +40 to +55 | 245/35R19 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +40 to +45 | 255/30R20 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Pontiac Firebird
- Heritage Wheel — Ebisu, Kokoro, Bushido
- ESR — SR01, SR05, RF
- Volk Racing — TE37, CE28
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
- Forgestar — CF5, F14, D5
- Enkei — RPF1, PF01
Complete Your 1998 Pontiac Firebird Build
- Pontiac Firebird coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Pontiac Firebird exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Pontiac Firebird suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Pontiac Firebird 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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