EMPI Wheel Center Caps for 5-Lug VW Wheels — Chrome Metal or Polished Aluminum, Pair | Beetle 1949–67 (00-9623-0)
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EMPI Wheel Center Caps for 5-Lug VW Wheels — Chrome Metal or Polished Aluminum, Pair
Short answer: Metal center caps for 5-lug (5x205) VW wheels, sold as a pair: chrome metal 00-9623-0 or polished aluminum 18-1115-0. EMPI lists the chrome cap for Type 1 Beetles 1948–65 and 5-lug Buggies; they suit 1949–67 Beetles, 1956–66 Ghias, 1961–65 Type 3s and 1950–70 Buses on 5-lug wheels. Choose a pair, or a set of four (two pairs).
Part numbers: EMPI 00-9623-0 (0096230) chrome, 18-1115-0 (1811150) polished aluminum, both pairs. Set of 4: add -X4.
Which EMPI Center Cap Fits Your Wheel?
Find your wheel style (or the EMPI part number on your invoice or box) and order the cap in the same row.
| Your EMPI wheel | EMPI wheel part # | Cap to order | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRM (15" in 5x205, 4x130, 5x112; 17") | 00-9676-0, 00-9729-0, 00-9734-0, 00-9735-0; 00-9697-0*, 10-1121-0*, 10-1086-0* | 00-9705-0 low · 00-9715-0 chrome low · 00-9704-0 tall 1-1/4" | View caps |
| Sprintstar 5- and 8-spoke, 914 Alloy, Riviera | 00-9688-0, 00-9689-0, 00-9725-0, 00-2321-0, 00-2322-0, 00-9681-0 (914); 00-9732-0* | 00-9707-0 standard (5/8" inside height) · 10-1106-0 tall | View caps |
| GT-5, 5-Rib, Corsa | 00-9686-0, 00-9687-0, 00-9690-0, 00-9691-0, 00-9750-0 | 00-9709-0 chrome · 00-9641-0 black (hardware included; spare bolts 00-9698-0) | View caps |
| GT-8 (4x130) | 00-9682-0, 00-9683-0, 00-9684-0, 00-9685-0 | 00-9708-0 chrome | View caps |
| GTV II classic mag | 10-1125-0, 10-1126-0 | 10-1127-0 silver · 10-1129-0 black | View caps |
| 911 Alloy (Fuchs-style) and Gasser | 00-9677-0 to 00-9680-0, 00-9694-0, 00-9726-0 to 00-9728-0, 10-1102-0, 10-1103-0; 10-1108-0 to 10-1111-0* | 00-9718-0 chrome (standard) | View caps |
| 911 Alloy / Gasser, extended look | same wheels as above | 10-1107-0 billet extended caps, pair | View caps |
| Raider 15" | 10-1081-0*, 10-1082-0*, 10-1084-0*, 10-1100-0*, 10-1101-0* | 00-9721-0 chrome · 00-9642-0 black | View caps |
| Raider 17" | ask us with your wheel number | 10-1095-0 chrome | View caps |
| EMPI Dish (and original Torque Star) | 00-9747-0; 00-9748-0*, 00-9749-0* | 00-9720-0 chrome | View caps |
| Earlier EMPI 8-spoke wheels coded "AE" or "RK" | by wheel code | 00-9567-0 black (AE & RK) · 00-9674-0 chrome logo (AE only) | View caps |
| Earlier EMPI Smoothie, 4-Spoke, Cosmo / Rebel wheels | by wheel style | 10-1099-0 · 10-1096-0 · 10-1097-0 | EMPI Smoothie / Cosmo caps — ask us |
| 5-lug (5x205) steel wheels | see listing | 00-9623-0 chrome metal pair · 18-1115-0 polished aluminum pair | This listing |
| 4-lug (4x130) steel wheels | see listing | 10-1062-0 chrome, each | View caps |
* Wheel family identified from EMPI's catalog title; confirming with EMPI. If your wheel number is not shown or you are unsure, send us a photo of the wheel and the old cap before you order.
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1967 | VW Beetle | 5-lug (5x205) wheels that take a small center cap |
| 1956–1966 | VW Karmann Ghia | 5-lug (5x205) wheels. The 1967 Ghia is 4x130. |
| 1961–1965 | VW Type 3 | 5-lug (5x205) wheels |
| 1950–1970 | VW Bus (Type 2) | 5x205 wheels |
| — | Does not fit: 4-lug (4x130) wheels | Use EMPI 10-1062-0. |
| — | Does not fit: Full-face hubcaps | These are small center caps; for full hubcaps see the Smoothie, Nipple and Castle hubcaps. |
Specifications
| Part # | Material / finish | Sold as | Weight | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00-9623-0 | Chrome metal | Pair | 1.48 lb per pair | TW |
| 18-1115-0 | Polished aluminum | Pair | 0.78 lb per pair | HK |
What's Included
- Pair: two caps. Set of 4: two pairs (four caps).
- Wheels and lug bolts are not included.
Why It Matters
On 5-lug cars running wheels that take a small center cap instead of a full hubcap, a metal cap is a durable choice. Chrome metal is the traditional look; polished aluminum is the lighter option (0.78 lb per pair vs 1.48 lb).
EMPI does not publish which of its wheels these caps were designed for, or the cap diameter. If you are fitting them to a specific wheel, send us the wheel part number or a bore measurement and we will confirm.
Install Notes
- Clean the wheel center before fitting.
- Press each cap on squarely; tap only with a rubber mallet and a rag over the cap.
- Check clearance to the hub and axle nut before driving.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these center caps sold in pairs? Yes. Both 00-9623-0 and 18-1115-0 are sold as a pair. Choose "Set of 4 — 2 Pairs" for a full car.
- Which years does EMPI list for the chrome 5-lug cap? EMPI lists Type 1 Beetle 12/47–07/65 and Buggy 08/63–07/65.
- Do these fit 4-lug wheels? No. For 4-lug steel wheels use EMPI 10-1062-0.
- What is the difference between 00-9623-0 and 18-1115-0? 00-9623-0 is chrome-plated metal; 18-1115-0 is polished aluminum. Both are 5-lug caps sold as a pair.
- Are you an authorized EMPI dealer? Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, so this is genuine EMPI stock shipped from our Orange, California shop.
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