1978 Volvo 242 Wheels & Rims
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The 1978 Volvo 242 Base model rolls on a 5x108 bolt pattern with stock 14x5.5 wheels featuring a 20-millimeter offset. Whether you're restoring this classic Swedish sedan or upgrading its appearance, we carry premium wheels from Heritage Wheel, Petrol, Asanti Black, fifteen52, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Motegi Racing, and Mazzi that fit perfectly. Every wheel is verified to bolt on correctly.
Our fitment specialists have confirmed compatible sizes ranging from 14-inch to 17-inch diameters with widths spanning 5.5 to 7.5 inches, giving you excellent customization options. All wheels ship free to the lower 48 states, making it easy to transform your 242's stance and style with confidence.
1978 Volvo 242 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1978 Volvo 242 rolls on a 5x108 bolt pattern with 14x5.5 wheels at 20 offset from the factory. You can step up in size across a generous range—14x6, 15-inch options from 5.5 to 7 inches wide, 16-inch up to 7.5 inches, and even 17-inch wheels at 7 or 7.5 inches all fit without modification. Since the car runs square fitment, you're free to match sizes front and rear or mix widths as you prefer.
The critical fitment point is respecting that 5x108 bolt pattern—nothing else will seat properly on your hubs. Your 65.1mm center bore requires hub-centric rings if you choose a wheel with a larger bore; this keeps your wheel centered and balanced. Aggressive offsets or very wide wheels risk contact with fenders and suspension components, so verify offset and width together before ordering to avoid clearance issues.
Every wheel we list bolts on and ships free across the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Petrol, Asanti Black, fifteen52, Work Wheels, and Motegi Racing all stock fitments for your 242, giving you classic and modern styling options to match your build.
1978 Volvo 242 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x108 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 65.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 14x5.5 wheels at a +20 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1978 Volvo 242 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x5.5 | +10 to +25 | 185/70R14, 175/80R14, 185/80R14 | — |
| 15x5.5 | +10 to +20 | 185/65R15 | — |
| 14x6 | +10 to +25 | 185/70R14, 175/80R14, 185/80R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +10 to +20 | 195/60R15, 205/55R15, 225/50R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +10 to +20 | 195/60R15, 205/55R15, 225/50R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +10 to +20 | 195/60R15, 205/55R15, 225/50R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/50R16, 215/50R16, 225/45R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/45R17, 215/45R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 205/50R16, 215/50R16, 225/45R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 205/45R17, 215/45R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Volvo 242
- 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 1978 Volvo 242 Build
- Volvo 242 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volvo 242 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volvo 242 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Volvo 242 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