EMPI Sprintstar Wheel | VW Beetle, Super Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 | 15x8 Gloss Black 4x130 (00-2322-0)
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- Vendor EMPI
- SKU 00-2322-0
- Barcode 707924576146
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Fits
- 1968-1979 VW Beetle
- 1971-1979 VW Super Beetle
- 1967-1974 VW Karmann Ghia
- 1966-1973 VW Type 3
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EMPI Sprintstar Wheel — 15 x 8 in Gloss Black w/ Polished Spokes & Lip (4x130mm)
Part Number: 00-2322-0 | Sold Each. Stagger your stance. The classic 8-spoke Sprintstar, a long-time Cal-Look favorite, in an 8-inch-wide version for builders chasing real width and presence. Run a pair on the rear with narrower Sprintstars up front for the ultimate Cal-Look big-and-little setup, or go full-on aggressive with four corners.
Vehicle Fitment
- VW Beetle (sedan & convertible): 1968–1979; Super Beetle: 1971–1979 — fender modification required
- Karmann Ghia: 1967–1974 — fender modification required
- Type 3: 1966–1973 — fender modification required
- Also: Sand rails, Manx-style buggies, custom builds
Why Choose EMPI?
The Sprintstar is an air-cooled icon, and this 15 x 8 in production version was built for serious width. All-aluminum construction with a gloss black face and polished spokes and lip delivers Cal-Look presence at the corners.
Key Features & Benefits
- Aggressive 15 x 8 in width: Ideal for a staggered big-and-little setup.
- Gloss black face, polished spokes and lip: Two-tone Cal-Look finish.
- All-aluminum construction: Lightweight and strong.
- What's included: Center cap, chrome valve stem and installation instructions. Lug bolts sold separately — see the 60° lug kit.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 00-2322-0
- Size: 15 x 8 in
- Bolt Pattern: 4x130mm (air-cooled VW 4-lug)
- Offset (ET): -18mm (negative)
- Backspacing: 3-3/4 in
- Lug Seat: 60° conical taper
- Construction: All-aluminum
- Finish: Gloss black face, polished spokes and lip
- Sold As: Each
EMPI does not publish a center bore figure for the 15 x 8 in Sprintstar — measure your hub and test-fit before mounting tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does this wheel include lug bolts? No — lug bolts are sold separately. This wheel needs 60° conical-seat M14x1.5 lug bolts, 4 per wheel (16 for a full set) — see the 60° lug kit.
- Will it fit my stock fenders? No — it is 8 inches wide with a -18mm (negative) offset and will protrude outside stock fenders on most applications. Plan for fender flares or a build designed for this width, and always test-fit before mounting tires.
- Is this sold each or as a set? Sold each.
Installation
This is an 8-inch-wide wheel with a -18mm (negative) offset. It will protrude well outside stock fenders on most applications. Plan for fender flares, IRS conversion, narrowed beam (front), or a build designed for this width before purchase. Always test-fit before mounting tires.
- Lug bolts sold separately — see the 60° lug kit (4 per wheel, 16 for a full set).
- Brake clearance: Verify brake caliper clearance before mounting.
- Once tires are mounted, the wheel cannot be returned.
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Fitment & Hardware
- Bolt pattern: 4x130 (VW 4-lug) — see all 4x130 wheels
- Lug hardware: M14x1.5 lug bolts with a 60° cone (taper) seat, 4 per wheel, 16 per car — EMPI 60° chrome lug bolt kit, set of 16 (4× 00-9712-0).
- Center cap: EMPI Sprintstar, 914 & Riviera center cap (00-9707-0)
- Buy as a set of 4: EMPI Sprintstar wheel set of 4, 4x130
- 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
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