EMPI GT-8 Wheel 15x5.5 Polished, 4x130 | VW Beetle 1968–79, Super Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 & 4-Lug Buggy (00-9684-0)
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Short answer: EMPI 00-9684-0 is a single 15x5.5 GT-8 eight-spoke alloy wheel, fully polished, in the VW 4x130 (4-lug) pattern with a +30mm offset (4-3/8 in backspacing). It fits the 1968–1979 VW Beetle and Super Beetle, 1967–1974 Karmann Ghia, 1966–1973 Type 3 and 4-lug buggies and Bajas. It takes 60° cone-seat M14x1.5 lug bolts. Sold each, with center cap and valve stem.
Part numbers: EMPI 00-9684-0 · 0096840 · UPC 707924402360
The GT-8 is one of EMPI's longest-running wheel designs: eight straight spokes with a deep, bright polished finish that suits a show Bug as well as a street car. The +30mm offset keeps the wheel tucked in under stock fenders. Order four for a matched set, or one to replace a curbed wheel.
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1968–1979 | VW Beetle & Super Beetle (sedan & convertible) | 4x130 |
| 1967–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | 4x130 (the Ghia changed to 4-lug with the 1967 model, a year before the Beetle) |
| 1966–1973 | VW Type 3 (Squareback, Fastback, Notchback) | 4x130 |
| 1968 on | VW-based buggy and Baja Bug on a 4x130 pan | EMPI lists buggy and Baja fitment |
| 1950–1967 | VW Beetle (and 1961–65 Type 3) | Does not fit — 5x205 wide-five. See 5x205 wheels |
| 1956–1966 | VW Karmann Ghia | Does not fit — 5x205 wide-five. See 5x205 wheels |
| 1950–1979 | VW Bus (all) | Does not fit — 5x205 (1950–70) or 5x112 (1971–79). See Bay Bus 5x112 wheels |
| All | Porsche 911 / 912 / 914-6 | Does not fit — 5x130 |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part number | 00-9684-0 |
| Style / finish | EMPI GT-8 eight-spoke, polished |
| Size | 15 x 5.5 in |
| Bolt pattern | 4x130mm (VW 4-lug) |
| Offset / backspacing | +30mm ET / 4-3/8 in (EMPI data) |
| Center bore | Not published by EMPI |
| Lug seat & thread | 60° conical (tapered) seat, M14x1.5, 4 per wheel |
| Included | Center cap and valve stem (per EMPI) |
| Recommended tire | 165/80R15 or 165R15; 185/65R15 for a slightly wider look |
| Shipping weight | 15.8 lb (EMPI data) |
| Boxed dimensions | 17 x 17 x 8 in (EMPI data) |
| Country of origin | China (EMPI data) |
| Sold as | Each |
What's Included
- One EMPI GT-8 15x5.5 polished wheel, 4x130
- Center cap and valve stem
Not included: tire and lug bolts. You need four M14x1.5 60° cone-seat lug bolts per wheel — EMPI 00-9712-0 is a set of four, on our EMPI chrome lug bolt listing. Want all four at once? See the EMPI GT-8 wheel set of 4.
Why It Matters
Stock 4-lug VW steel wheels use ball-seat bolts. The GT-8 uses a 60° cone seat, and a ball-seat bolt in a cone-seat hole only touches on a thin ring and can work loose. Buy the matching 60° bolts with the wheel. Polished aluminum has no clear coat to chip, so it can be brought back with ordinary aluminum polish; avoid acid wheel cleaners.
Install Notes
- Confirm your hub is 4x130 before ordering (1968 and later Beetle, 1967 and later Ghia, 1966 and later Type 3).
- Test-fit before mounting a tire: check brake drum or caliper and fender clearance.
- Torque to your factory manual or the bolt maker's spec in a cross pattern, and re-check after the first 50 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the EMPI GT-8 polished wheel fit my 1974 Beetle? Yes. All 1968–1979 Beetles and Super Beetles use the 4x130 pattern this wheel is drilled for.
- Will it fit my 1966 Beetle? No. Beetles through 1967 use the 5x205 wide-five pattern. See our 5x205 wheel collection.
- Does the GT-8 fit a dune buggy? Yes, if the buggy is built on a 1968-or-later 4x130 pan. EMPI lists buggy and Baja fitment for this wheel.
- Do these come with lug bolts? No. Each wheel comes with a center cap and valve stem. You need four M14x1.5 60° cone-seat lug bolts per wheel, such as EMPI 00-9712-0 (set of four).
- What is the offset of the GT-8 00-9684-0? +30mm, which is 4-3/8 in of backspacing on this 15x5.5 wheel.
- Is it sold as a set? This listing is one wheel. We also sell the GT-8 as a set of four.
Related
Wheels, Tires & Lug Hardware · VW 4x130 wheels · EMPI GT-8 wheel set of 4 · EMPI 60° chrome lug bolts
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