1986 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheels & Rims
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Finding the right wheels for your 1986 Volkswagen Golf Base is straightforward with ThreePiece.us. Your Base model came equipped with 13x5.5 wheels on a 4x100 bolt pattern, and we've verified every wheel in our inventory to bolt directly onto your car. Choose from ten compatible sizes ranging from thirteen to sixteen inches, featuring trusted brands like Work Wheels, Enkei, Motegi Racing, and others.
Our selection spans everything from classic to modern styles, all shipping free to the lower 48 states. Whether you're upgrading to fourteen or fifteen-inch wheels or going all the way to sixteen, each option has been tested for your Golf's specifications. Browse our collection of Vors, Heritage Wheel, MST Wheels, Petrol, and Shift offerings to find the perfect match for your ride.
1986 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1986 Volkswagen Golf Base uses a 4x100 bolt pattern with a 57.1mm center bore. The stock wheel is 13x5.5 with a 35mm offset. You can upgrade to larger sizes including 14-inch, 15-inch, and 16-inch wheels, keeping the same non-staggered setup across all four corners. Popular plus-size options range from 13x6 up to 16x7, giving you flexibility to match your style and performance needs.
Since only 4x100 bolts will fit your Golf, verify any wheel you consider carries that specific pattern. The hub-centric bore measures 57.1mm; if a wheel's center bore exceeds that, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper fitment and balance. Avoid wheels with aggressive negative offsets or excessive widths, as the Golf's compact chassis and suspension geometry leave limited room before fender and component contact occurs.
Every wheel you find here is guaranteed to bolt on your Base model and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift all carry options in stock right now.
1986 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 57.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 13x5.5 wheels at a +35 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1986 Volkswagen Golf Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x5.5 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 155/80R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +30 to +38 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 165/65R14 | — |
| 13x6 | +30 to +38 | 175/70R13, 185/65R13 | — |
| 14x6 | +30 to +38 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 205/55R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +30 to +38 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15, 205/50R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +30 to +38 | 195/50R15, 185/55R15, 205/50R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +30 to +38 | 195/45R16, 205/45R16 | — |
| 13x7 | +20 to +30 | 205/60R13 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 15x7 | +30 to +38 | 195/50R15, 205/50R15, 195/45R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +30 to +38 | 195/45R16, 205/45R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +30 to +38 | 205/40R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Volkswagen Golf
- 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
Complete Your 1986 Volkswagen Golf Base Build
- Volkswagen Golf coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Golf exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Golf suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volkswagen Golf 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