1989 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, GL
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Shop Wheels for 1989 Volkswagen Golf Base
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Your 1989 Volkswagen Golf Base and GL trims roll on a 4x100 bolt pattern with 13x5.5 wheels from the factory. Whether you're after a classic look or modern style, we've got wheels that bolt right on. Our selection includes trusted brands like Work Wheels, Enkei, and Heritage Wheel, all verified to fit your specific fitment. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states.
Upgrading your Golf's stance is easier than ever with options ranging from 13 to 16 inches in diameter. We stock wheels from Vors, Motegi Racing, MST, Shift, and Petrol alongside our premium offerings. Each wheel we offer is guaranteed to fit your vehicle's 4x100 pattern and center bore specifications. Shop with confidence knowing your new wheels arrive ready to install, with free shipping included.
1989 Volkswagen Golf Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1989 Volkswagen Golf Base comes with 13x5.5 wheels at a 35-millimeter offset on a 4x100 bolt pattern. You can step up through several sizes: 13 and 14-inch widths from 5.5 to 7 inches, or jump to 15 and 16-inch wheels up to 7 inches wide. Since your car runs square setup, the same size works front and rear.
Stick with the 4x100 bolt pattern—nothing else fits your Golf. Your hub measures 57.1 millimeters, so if you choose a wheel with a larger center bore, use hub-centric rings to keep things centered and balanced. Wider wheels and aggressive offsets can press against your fenders and suspension, so select conservative sizing within the compatible range.
Every wheel we list bolts straight on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. ThreePiece.us stocks Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift in sizes that fit your Golf.
1989 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
1989 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 1989 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