EMPI GTV II Wheel Set of 4 — 15x5 & 15x6.5 Matte Bronze Mag, 5x205 | VW Beetle 1949–1967, Ghia 1956–1966 (10-1126-0)
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EMPI GTV II Wheel Set of 4 — 15" Matte Bronze Classic "Mag", 5x205
Short answer: A set of four EMPI GTV II 15" cast aluminum wheels in matte bronze with a classic "mag" texture, 5x205 wide-5, for the 1949–1967 VW Beetle, 1956–1966 Karmann Ghia, 1962–1965 Type 3 and 1973–74 Thing. Choose four 15x5 (ET+14) or EMPI's recommended stagger: two 15x5 fronts and two 15x6.5 rears. Billet caps and valve stems included; add the 20 matching 60° lug bolts in the Mounting Hardware option.
Part numbers: EMPI 10-1126-0 (101126-0, 1011260) 15x5 · EMPI 10-1125-0 (101125-0, 1011250) 15x6.5
Choose your set
| Configuration | Wheels in the box | SKU | Set price | Ship weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square 15x5 — Matte Bronze | 4× 10-1126-0 | SET4-10-1126-0 | $1120.95 | 66.78 lb |
| Staggered 2× 15x5 + 2× 15x6.5 — Matte Bronze | 2× 10-1126-0 + 2× 10-1125-0 | SET4S-10-1126-0-1125-0 | $1120.95 | 71.92 lb |
The GTV II is EMPI's 2025 take on the BRM-style race wheel, with a textured matte bronze finish and a CNC-engraved billet aluminum center cap carrying the GTV II logo. EMPI itself recommends pairing the 15x5 front with a 6.5" rear.
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1967 | VW Beetle (Type 1) | 5x205 wide-5 hubs. 1967 is the last 5-lug Beetle. |
| 1956–1966 | VW Karmann Ghia | 5x205. EMPI lists the 1967 Ghia as 4x130 (disc-brake front) — count your lugs. |
| 1962–1965 | VW Type 3 (Notch, Square, Fastback) | 5x205 through the 1965 model year. |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing (Type 181) | US Things use 5x205. |
| 1964–1967 | Dune buggy on a 5x205 pan | Any pan or front beam still on 5x205 drums. |
| Does not fit | 1950–1967 Split Bus and 1968–1970 Bay Bus | Uses M14x1.5 bolts and needs load-rated wheels — ask us. EMPI publishes no Bus fitment or load rating for the GTV II, and the M12 kit offered here does not fit a Bus. |
| Does not fit | 1968–1979 Beetle, 1971–79 Super Beetle, 1967–74 Ghia, 1966–73 Type 3 | Those cars are 4x130. See our 4x130 sets. |
| Does not fit | 1971–1979 Bay Bus, Vanagon | 5x112 pattern. |
| Does not fit | Porsche 5x130 hubs / 5x130-converted VWs | Different pattern; no adapter makes a wide-5 wheel bolt to 5x130. |
Technical Specifications (per wheel)
| EMPI # | Size | Offset (ET) | Backspacing | Finish | Ship wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-1126-0 | 15x5 | +14mm | 3-1/2" | Matte bronze "mag" texture | 16.7 lb |
| 10-1125-0 | 15x6.5 | Not published by EMPI (confirming) | Not published by EMPI (confirming) | Matte bronze "mag" texture | 19.27 lb |
- Bolt pattern: 5x205 (VW wide-5)
- Lug seat: 60° conical (taper) seat — not the ball (radius) seat used by stock VW steel wheels
- Lug thread: M12x1.5 lug bolts, 5 per wheel (20 for the set)
- Optional: 20 × M12x1.5 60° chrome lug bolts (KIT20-00-9711-0), + $89.95 in the Mounting Hardware option
- Construction: Cast aluminum, 15" diameter
- Center bore: Not published by EMPI (hub-centering is by the 60° lug seats)
- Recommended tires: 15x5: 165R15 is the common front. 15x6.5 rears: 185/65R15 or 195/65R15 are typical — confirm clearance on your car.
- Sold as: Set of 4 wheels (shipped as 4 boxes, about 17 x 17 x 7–9.6 in each)
What's included / not included
- Included: 4 EMPI GTV II wheels in the configuration you choose, a billet aluminum GTV II center cap and a valve stem with each wheel. Lug bolts are included only if you choose them in the Mounting Hardware option.
- Not included: lug locks, tires, mounting and balancing.
Add mounting hardware
These wheels need 20 × M12x1.5 60° conical-seat lug bolts. Your stock ball-seat bolts will not work. Pick the bolts in the Mounting Hardware option above and they ship with your wheels:
| Mounting Hardware option | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| No Hardware | Wheels only, for when you already have the correct 60° M12x1.5 bolts | + $0 |
| 60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 20 (KIT20-00-9711-0) | 20 EMPI chrome M12x1.5 60° conical-seat lug bolts (4 × EMPI 00-9711-0), enough for all four wheels. See the kit | + $89.95 |
For theft protection, swap one bolt per wheel for EMPI 70-2706-0 12mm 60° wheel locks (set of 4 with key). EMPI lists the M12 kit for Beetle, Ghia, Type 3, Thing and buggy hubs. It does not fit a Bus: the Split and 1968–1970 Bay Bus use M14x1.5 lug bolts. If you run spacers or adapters, use extended 60° bolts sized for the stack.
Why it matters — expert note
This is the stagger EMPI recommends for the GTV II: 5" fronts keep steering light on a stock beam, and 6.5" rears put more rubber down. EMPI has not published the 15x6.5 offset yet — we are confirming it and will add it here. Test-fit the rear against your fender before mounting tires.
Install notes
- Test-fit one bare wheel on each axle before mounting tires: check brake drum/caliper clearance, the inner wheel well and the fender lip; the 15x6.5 rear needs a check against the rear fender lip with your chosen tire.
- Use only 60° conical lug bolts. Ball-seat bolts will not seat and can work loose.
- Tighten in a star pattern to the torque in your VW service manual or the lug maker's spec, and re-check after the first 25–50 miles — aluminum wheels settle.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What finish are EMPI GTV II wheels? Matte bronze with a textured classic "mag" look, and a CNC-engraved billet aluminum center cap.
- Do GTV II wheels fit a 1966 VW Beetle? Yes. 1949–1967 Beetles are 5x205 wide-5, which this set matches. 1968 and later Beetles are 4x130 and will not fit.
- What is the GTV II staggered set? Two 15x5 fronts (EMPI 10-1126-0, ET+14) and two 15x6.5 rears (EMPI 10-1125-0), the pairing EMPI recommends.
- Do these wheels come with lug bolts? Not by default — choose "60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 20 (KIT20-00-9711-0)" in the Mounting Hardware option (+$89.95) and you get all 20 M12x1.5 60° conical-seat bolts (4 × EMPI 00-9711-0) with your wheels. Each wheel already ships with a billet center cap and valve stem.
- Can I use my stock VW lug bolts? No. Stock VW steel wheels use ball-seat bolts; GTV II wheels need 60° conical-seat bolts.
- Can I buy just one wheel? Yes — EMPI 10-1126-0 (15x5) and 10-1125-0 (15x6.5) are sold individually in our store.
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