1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, GT, SE
Shop Wheels for 1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base
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The 1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base, GT, and SE models roll on a 5x100 bolt pattern with stock 13x5.5 wheels. Whether you're keeping it classic or modernizing your setup, ThreePiece.us has verified fitment options ranging from 13 inches up to 17 inches. Every wheel we offer for your Sunbird bolts on perfectly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states.
You'll find premium brands like Work Wheels, Enkei, Motegi Racing, and Aodhan alongside quality options from Heritage Wheel, Katana Racing, Vors, and F1R. With sizes spanning 13x5.5 through 17x7.5, there's flexibility to match your vision while maintaining proper fitment. All wheels are tested and guaranteed to work on your Sunbird before they leave our warehouse.
1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1986 Pontiac Sunbird bolts up with a 5x100 pattern and ships with a 13x5.5 wheel at 39mm offset. You can step up to 14, 15, 16, or 17-inch sizes while staying square—options include 14x5.5, 14x6, 15x6.5, 15x7, 16x6.5, 16x7, 17x6.5, 17x7, and 17x7.5. This non-staggered setup gives you complete flexibility in fitment choices.
Only five-lug 100mm bolt patterns work on this Sunbird; anything else won't fit your hubs. The 57.1mm center bore requires hub-centric rings if your wheel's bore is larger. Aggressive offsets or excessively wide wheels risk rubbing the fender or suspension, so choose wheels wisely within the compatible sizes and stick closer to the stock 39mm offset as you go wider.
Every wheel we stock for the Sunbird is verified to bolt on and comes with free shipping to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, Enkei, and other quality brands in our lineup fit this car perfectly.
1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 57.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 13x5.5 wheels at a +39 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x5.5 | +35 to +42 | 175/80R13, 195/70R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +35 to +42 | 195/70R14, 185/75R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +35 to +42 | 195/70R14, 185/75R14, 205/60R14 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +42 | 195/60R15, 185/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +35 to +42 | 205/55R16, 215/55R16 | — |
| 17x6.5 | +34 to +46 | 205/45R17 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +42 | 195/60R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +42 | 205/55R16, 215/55R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +42 | 225/45R17, 215/45R17, 215/40R17 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +42 | 225/45R17, 215/45R17, 215/40R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +38 to +42 | 225/40R18, 215/40R18 | — |
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Complete Your 1986 Pontiac Sunbird Base Build
- Pontiac Sunbird suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Pontiac Sunbird 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