1988 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, GL, GT
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The 1988 Volkswagen Golf Base, GL, and GT models roll on a 4x100 bolt pattern with 13x5.5 stock wheels and a 35-millimeter offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium fitment options from brands like Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, and Motegi Racing, all verified to bolt on perfectly to your Golf. Every wheel ships free throughout the lower 48 states.
Whether you prefer subtle refinement or aggressive styling, compatible sizes span from 13 to 16 inches, offering flexibility for your build. Shop our curated selection from Enkei, Shift, Petrol, MST Wheels, and more—each wheel guaranteed to fit your Golf's specifications without modification.
1988 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
1988 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 1988 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