1981 Subaru GL Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1981 Subaru GL
Your 1981 Subaru GL Base rides on a 4x140 bolt pattern with a 13x5 stock wheel setup. ThreePiece.us carries wheels engineered to fit your GL perfectly, whether you're sticking with the original sizing or stepping up to something bolder. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on correctly, and we ship free throughout the lower 48 states.
Upgrading your Subaru's wheels opens up real possibilities. Choose from multiple sizes ranging up to 15x6.5 inches, all compatible with your GL's proven 4x140 specifications. Our inventory combines classic style with modern quality, giving your vintage Subaru the right foundation for any road ahead.
1981 Subaru GL Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
The 1981 Subaru GL bolts on wheels with a 4x140 millimeter pattern. Your stock wheel is a 13x5 with 55 millimeter offset. You can upgrade to wider 13-inch options like 13x5.5, or move up to 14-inch and 15-inch wheels in compatible widths and offsets listed for this vehicle. Since this model runs square fitment front and rear, matching wheel sizes work across all four corners.
When shopping, confirm any wheel you choose carries the 4x140 bolt pattern—nothing else fits this Subaru. The center bore sits at 94.5 millimeters; if your wheel's bore exceeds that size, use hub-centric rings to seat it properly. Going significantly wider or choosing aggressive offsets risks interference with fenders or suspension, so stick within the tested compatible specifications.
Every wheel we ship has been verified to fit your 1981 GL and arrives free in the lower 48 states. We carry quality fitment for your classic Subaru and stand behind every sale.
1981 Subaru GL Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x140 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 94.5mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 13x5 wheels at a +55 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.25
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1981 Subaru GL Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x5 | +45 to +55 | 175/70R13, 185/65R13, 185/70R13 | — |
| 13x5.5 | +45 to +55 | 175/70R13, 185/65R13, 185/70R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +45 to +55 | 165/70R14, 175/65R14, 185/60R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +45 to +55 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 185/65R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +45 to +50 | 185/55R15, 195/50R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +45 to +50 | 185/55R15, 195/50R15 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Subaru GL
- 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 1981 Subaru GL Build
- Subaru GL coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Subaru GL exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Subaru GL suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Subaru GL 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