EMPI 911-Style Alloy Wheel & Tire Package — Black/Polished 5.5x15, 5x205, Yokohama GT Special 165/80R15 (10-2022-0)

Short answer: This is EMPI's 10-2022-0 mounted-and-balanced package of 911-style black/polished 15x5.5 alloy wheels on Yokohama GT Special 165/80R15 tires, for the 1950–1967 VW Beetle and 1956–1966 Karmann Ghia with the 5x205 wide-5 bolt pattern (EMPI also lists the Porsche 356; 15-inch 5x205 wheels suit the 1956–1963 356A/356B). Lug hardware is sold separately.

EMPI's mounted-and-balanced wheel & tire package gets your classic VW on the road faster — just bolt them on.

Each package pairs the 911-style black/polished alloy wheel with Yokohama's classic GT Special Y350 tread — vintage looks with modern tire technology for enhanced drivability and safety.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle: 1950–1967 (5x205 wide-5)
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1966 (5x205 wide-5; 1967 and later Ghias are 4x130)
• Porsche 356A / 356B: 1956–1963 (5x205). The 1964–1965 356C/SC is 5x130 and does not fit; Pre-A 356s ran 16-inch wheels.
• VW Bus: 1950–1970 wide-5 — not in EMPI's application list, confirm hub and brake clearance first
• VW Type 3: 1961–1965 wide-5 — not in EMPI's application list, confirm hub and brake clearance first

Key Features & Benefits

• Mounted & balanced: Delivered ready to bolt on with new valve stems.
• Yokohama GT Special Y350: Classic tread and sidewall pattern with modern tire technology.
• Matching center caps: Included with every set.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 10-2022-0
• Wheel Size: 15 x 5.5 (front and rear)
• Bolt Pattern: 5x205mm (wide-5)
• Wheel Finish: Black with polished lip and spokes
• Tires: 165/80R15 Yokohama GT Special Classic (front and rear)
• Includes: Mounted & balanced, new valve stems, matching center caps
• Note: Mounting hardware sold separately

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this fit my VW Beetle? Yes, if it is a 1950–1967 Beetle with the 5x205 wide-5 bolt pattern. EMPI also lists the 1956–1966 Karmann Ghia and the Porsche 356 (356A/356B, 1956–1963); Bus and Type 3 wide-5 cars are not on EMPI's list.
• What part number is this? Part number 10-2022-0.
• What comes with it? Included: Mounted & balanced, new valve stems, matching center caps.
• Can you give me the specs in one line? Wheel Size: 15 x 5.5 (front and rear). Bolt Pattern: 5x205mm (wide-5). Wheel Finish: Black with polished lip and spokes. Tires: 165/80R15 Yokohama GT Special Classic (front and rear).
• Who makes this? It is an EMPI part.
• Is this a genuine EMPI part? Yes — this is a new genuine EMPI part, not a copy.
• Are you an authorized EMPI dealer? Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, so this is new, genuine EMPI stock with full factory support.

Wheel Specifications

• Bolt Pattern: 5x205mm (VW Wide-5)
• Size (Width x Diameter): 5.5 in x 15 in (15x5.5)
• Offset (ET): +20mm
• Center Bore: not published by EMPI

The hub bore is what actually decides whether a wheel seats on your drum — measure your hub before ordering. This catalog mixes 4x130 VW, 5x205 Wide-5 and 5x130 Porsche fitments, and they are not interchangeable.

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Fitment & Hardware

• Bolt pattern: 5x205 (VW wide-five) — see all 5x205 wheels
• Lug hardware: M12x1.5 ball-seat (radius) lug bolts, 20 for the set; do not use 60° cone bolts — EMPI chrome ball-seat lug bolts, M12x1.5 x 20 mm (00-9565-0). A 1950–70 Bus takes M14x1.5 ball-seat bolts; ask us for the right length.
• Center cap: EMPI 911-style chrome logo center cap (00-9718-0)
• Wheels only: EMPI 911 Fuchs-style wheel set of 4, 5x205 · EMPI 911-style singles, all sizes & patterns
• Not sure it fits? See the VW wheel fitment guide or call (657) 438-7002, weekdays 8–5 Pacific.
• Compare all 15 styles in The Wheel Book