1990 Volkswagen Transporter Wheels & Rims
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The 1990 Volkswagen Transporter Base comes standard with 14x5.5 wheels featuring a 39 offset and a 5x112 bolt pattern. ThreePiece.us carries premium fitment options from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR, all verified to bolt directly onto your Transporter without modification.
Your upgrade possibilities range from 14-inch to 16-inch diameters with widths between 5.5 and 7 inches, giving you plenty of styling flexibility. Every wheel we stock for your vehicle is guaranteed to fit perfectly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states, making your upgrade hassle-free from purchase to installation.
1990 Volkswagen Transporter Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1990 Volkswagen Transporter requires a 5x112 bolt pattern. The stock setup runs 14x5.5 with a 39-millimeter offset. You can step up to 15-inch or 16-inch wheels in widths ranging from 5.5 to 7 inches—all compatible without modification. Since this model doesn't use staggered sizing, you have flexibility to match all four corners.
Remember that only 5x112 bolts will fit your Transporter's hubs. The center bore measures 57.1 millimeters; if your chosen wheel has a larger bore, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering. Aggressive offsets or very wide setups risk rubbing the fender or suspension components, so stick within the compatible range listed.
Every wheel we offer for your Transporter is verified to bolt on and ships free to the lower 48 states. We stock Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR—all ready to ship.
1990 Volkswagen Transporter Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x112 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 14x5.5 wheels at a +39 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
93 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1990 Volkswagen Transporter Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x5.5 | +25 to +40 | 185R14 | — |
| 16x5.5 | +25 to +40 | 205/75R16, 195/80R16 | — |
| 14x6 | +25 to +40 | 185/80R14, 195/80R14, 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +25 to +40 | 205/65R15 | — |
| 16x6 | +25 to +40 | 215/60R16, 225/60R16 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +25 to +40 | 205/65R15 | — |
| 16x6.5 | +25 to +40 | 215/60R16, 225/60R16 | — |
| 15x7 | +25 to +40 | 205/65R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +25 to +40 | 215/60R16, 225/60R16 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Volkswagen Transporter
- 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 1990 Volkswagen Transporter 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