1982 Porsche 911 Wheels & Rims

Shop Wheels for 1982 Porsche 911

The 1982 Porsche 911 is a favorite among European car enthusiasts. Whether you're building a weekend show car, a daily-driven street setup, or a purpose-built track machine, upgrading your wheels is the single biggest visual and performance improvement you can make. At ThreePiece, we carry thousands of aftermarket wheels that are verified to bolt directly onto your 1982 Porsche 911 — no guesswork, no adapters, no fitment surprises.

Every wheel we sell for the 911 has been cross-referenced against the factory 5x130 bolt pattern and 71.6mm hub bore, and we stock both square and staggered setups. The factory runs 15x6 front / 15x7 rear, but many owners go wider and lower offset for a more aggressive stance. All orders ship free within the continental US, and our fitment team is available by phone to walk you through every option.

1982 Porsche 911 Trim Levels

The 1982 Porsche 911 was offered in 2 trims. The bolt pattern, center bore, and lug specifications are shared across all trims — differences are primarily in stock wheel diameter and offset. The fitment data below covers all variants.

1982 Porsche 911 Wheel Fitment Specifications

These are the critical numbers you need when shopping for aftermarket wheels for the 1982 Porsche 911. The 5x130 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 71.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. This car runs a staggered wheel setup from the factory: 15x6 +36 up front and 15x7 +23 in the rear, giving it a wider rear track for improved traction and a more aggressive stance.

1982 Porsche 911 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Rear Axle

Rear axle wheel options for the staggered 1982 Porsche 911. The rear wheels are typically wider than the fronts with a lower (or even negative) offset, pushing the wheel closer to flush with the fender. Popular rear setups pair a wide wheel with a stretched or meaty tire depending on whether you're going for a street look or track grip.

Best Wheel Brands for the Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 is a favorite among European car enthusiasts. Based on what we see our customers running and what the community gravitates toward, here are the brands we recommend for the 911:

• BBS — LM, RS, FI, CI-R
• Volk Racing — TE37, ZE40
• Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
• TSW — Bathurst, Nurburgring
• Rotiform — FLG, OZR, BUC
• Enkei — RPF1, TS-V

Don't see the brand you're looking for? Browse all brands or call us — we can source wheels from virtually any manufacturer.

Complete Your 1982 Porsche 911 Build

Wheels are just the beginning. Many 911 owners pair their wheel upgrade with performance modifications to get the most out of their car. Here are some popular upgrades that complement a new set of wheels:

• Porsche 911 coilovers — often paired with a wheel upgrade for a complete transformation
• Porsche 911 exhaust systems — often paired with a wheel upgrade for a complete transformation
• Porsche 911 suspension — often paired with a wheel upgrade for a complete transformation
• Porsche 911 brakes — often paired with a wheel upgrade for a complete transformation
• Wheel & tire packages — save time and money with a pre-mounted, balanced package shipped ready to bolt on
• Installation accessories — hub-centric rings, extended lug studs, TPMS rebuild kits, wheel spacers

Understanding 1982 Porsche 911 Wheel Fitment

Getting the right wheel fitment on your 1982 Porsche 911 comes down to four critical measurements:

Bolt Pattern: 5x130

The bolt pattern (also called PCD) is the most fundamental fitment spec — it determines which wheels will physically bolt onto your car. The 1982 Porsche 911 uses a 5x130 pattern, which is shared with many other Porsche models. This means you have a massive selection of aftermarket wheels to choose from.

Center Bore: 71.6mm

The center bore is the hole in the middle of the wheel that sits over your hub. The 1982 Porsche 911 has a 71.6mm center bore. If your aftermarket wheels have a larger bore (which is common), you'll need hub-centric rings to eliminate vibration at highway speeds. We include the correct hub rings with every wheel and tire package.

Offset & Width

Offset determines how far the wheel sits inward or outward relative to the hub face. A lower offset pushes the wheel outward for a more aggressive, flush look. A higher offset tucks the wheel further under the fender for a conservative fitment. The 1982 Porsche 911 runs a staggered offset from the factory: +36 front and +23 rear. Most aftermarket staggered setups run 5-15mm lower offset than stock for a flush or slightly aggressive stance.

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