1981 Toyota Tercel Wheels & Rims
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The 1981 Toyota Tercel DLX and STD models roll on a 4x100 bolt pattern with 13x4.5 stock wheels. ThreePiece.us specializes in custom fitments for this classic compact car, offering verified wheels that bolt on perfectly. Every wheel in our inventory ships free to the lower 48 states, making it easy to upgrade your Tercel's appearance.
Your options expand well beyond the factory 13x4.5 setup. We stock wheels from trusted brands including Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift in sizes ranging from 13x4.5 up to 15x6.5. Whatever style suits your vision, our wheels are verified to fit your Tercel and arrive with free shipping included.
1981 Toyota Tercel Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1981 Toyota Tercel uses a 4x100 bolt pattern and comes stock with a 13x4.5 wheel at 45mm offset. You can upgrade to 13x5, 14x5, 14x5.5, 14x6, 15x6, or 15x6.5 fitments. Since this vehicle runs the same wheel size front and rear, you're free to choose any compatible size without worrying about staggered setups.
The 4x100 bolt pattern is critical—no other pattern will fit your Tercel safely. Your hub's 54.1mm center bore requires hub-centric rings if you select wheels with larger bores, ensuring proper centering and vibration-free operation. Jumping to wider or more aggressive offsets risks contact with the fender or suspension components, so stick within the compatible sizes listed.
Every wheel we offer for your Tercel is verified to bolt on properly. We ship free to the lower 48, and you'll find quality options from brands like Enkei, Work Wheels, and Motegi Racing all in stock and ready to go.
1981 Toyota Tercel Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 54.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 13x4.5 wheels at a +45 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1981 Toyota Tercel Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x4.5 | +35 to +45 | 155/80R13, 175/70R13 | — |
| 13x5 | +35 to +45 | 175/70R13, 205/60R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x5 | +35 to +45 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +35 to +45 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 195/55R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +35 to +45 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 195/55R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +35 to +45 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Toyota Tercel
- 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 Toyota Tercel Build
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- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers