1980 Volvo 242 Wheels & Rims
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The 1980 Volvo 242 DL rolls on a five-lug 5x108 bolt pattern with fourteen-inch wheels measuring 5.5 inches wide and twenty millimeters of offset from the factory. ThreePiece.us stocks wheels sized fourteen to seventeen inches that fit your 242 perfectly, with widths ranging from five and a half to seven and a half inches. Every wheel is verified to bolt on before it ships free to the lower 48 states.
Finding the right wheel for your classic Volvo becomes simple when you browse our in-stock collection from Heritage Wheel, Petrol, Asanti Black, fifteen52, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Motegi Racing, and Mazzi. Whether you're after subtle refinement or bold street presence, we have the fitment range to match your vision. All wheels arrive ready to install with no shipping charges across the continental United States.
1980 Volvo 242 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1980 Volvo 242 DL fastens wheels using a 5x108 bolt pattern. The car rolls on 14x5.5 wheels with a 20mm offset from the factory. You can upgrade to larger diameters—14, 15, 16, or 17 inches—with widths ranging from 5.5 to 7.5 inches depending on the size you choose. Since this model runs square, front and rear specifications match, simplifying your selection process.
Mind that only 5x108 wheels will bolt on; verify any wheel you consider before purchase. Your hub requires a 65.1mm center bore, so use hub-centric rings if a wheel's bore measures larger. Aggressive offsets or extremely wide fitments risk rubbing the fender or suspension components, so stay within the compatible sizes listed to keep everything safe and functioning properly.
Every wheel in our 1980 Volvo 242 lineup ships free to the lower 48 states and bolts straight on. In stock right now are Heritage Wheel, Petrol, Asanti Black, fifteen52, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Motegi Racing, and Mazzi—all verified to fit your DL.
1980 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
1980 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 1980 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