5.5" Chrome And Black Steel Sprintstar Wheel (+10 Offset)

Premium-quality reproduction GT Sprintstar steel wheel manufactured by BBT, finished in classic black with polished chrome highlights for the ultimate period-correct custom VW appearance. This version measures 5.5 inches wide x 15 inches diameter with an aggressive ET10 offset and features the classic Wide 5 stud pattern (5×205 PCD) used on early Volkswagen models.

Designed for pre-1967 Wide 5 vehicles and early Baywindow models up to 1970, this wider 5.5″ wheel provides a broader tyre footprint and more aggressive stance compared to the narrower 4.5″ version. The ET10 offset pushes the wheel further outward, creating the deep-dish custom appearance popular with Cal-Look and vintage street machine builds.

The legendary GT Sprintstar wheel became one of the most iconic custom VW wheel designs of the 1970s. After years of development, BBT has successfully recreated this cult classic using modern manufacturing techniques and improved steel construction for superior durability, strength, and fitment quality.

Manufactured from high-grade steel, these wheels are built to handle both daily driving and show use while maintaining authentic styling. The black painted centres combined with polished chrome highlights create a timeless appearance ideal for Beetles, Splitscreen Buses, early Baywindow Buses, Karmann Ghias, and custom Buggies.

Every wheel is supplied complete with a matching steel centre cap and packaged in a specially designed BBT protective box for maximum protection during transport.

Specifications

• Size: 5.5J x 15″
• Offset: ET10
• Stud Pattern: 5×205 PCD (Wide 5)
• Finish: Black with chrome highlights
• Material: Steel
• Includes matching steel centre cap

Why Choose BBT Sprintstars?

• Accurate reproduction of the original GT Sprintstar wheel
• Wider 5.5″ rim for improved stance and tyre choice
• Aggressive ET10 offset for classic deep-look styling
• Strong modern steel construction
• Premium-quality chrome and paint finish
• Supplied with centre cap and custom protective packaging

Recommended Additional Parts

• Wide 5 wheel nuts or bolts
• 15″ tyres
• Valve stems
• Lowered suspension or narrowed beam components
• Wide 5 brake drums or disc conversion kits

To Fit

Aircooled VW – Wide 5 (5×205 PCD)

• VW Beetle – 1949–1967
• VW Beetle Cabriolet – 1949–1967
• VW Splitscreen Bus – 1950–1967
• VW Baywindow Bus – 1968–1970
• VW Karmann Ghia – 1955–1966
• VW Type 3 – 1962–1965 (Wide 5 models)
• VW Buggy & Baja – custom Wide 5 applications

Fitment may vary depending on tyre size, suspension height, brake setup, and body modifications. ET10 offset may require careful tyre selection on lowered vehicles.