Classic whitewall tires have been a top choice for hot rods, classics and customs for decades. Coker wide white wall tires feature genuine whitewall construction and authentic deluxe tread designs. These Coker Classic bias ply wide whitewalls are made in the USA. DOT and ECE (European Union) approved, and backed by our life of the tread warranty. Please note that dimensions listed tread width, section width and overall diameter are non-scientific and based on an inflated tire, mounted on a wheel. Dimensions may vary due to rim width and inflation pressure. Tread patterns and sidewall styles vary, please click on individual tires below to view photos.
This product features a genuine wide whitewall sidewall style. This means that the bright white rubber is added directly to the tire sidewall during initial construction of the carcass, resulting in a truly integrated, high-quality product after vulcanization. Wide whitewall tires were a very popular choice from the 1930's through the end of the 1950's, and were eventually phased out of mainstream production by 1962. Originally, wide whitewall tires featured a bias ply construction, Coker Tire offers these tires in both original style bias ply and modern radial construction.
Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.
Similar Size Bias Ply Alternative: A78-15
Similar Size Radial Alternative: 155R15
Similar Size Radial Alternative: 155/80R15
Similar Size Radial Alternative: 560R15
1966-1968 Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider
1954-1957 Austin A40/A50 Cambridge
1953 DKW F89 Universal
1954 DKW Sonderklasse F91
1955 DKW F91 Standard
1959-1962 Fairthorpe Electron MK II
1963-1968 Fiat 1600 S Convertible
1958-1962 Hillman Minx II Special
1958-1966 Hillman Husky Standard
1953-1955 Lancia Appia Standard
1950-1953 MG TD Standard
1953-1955 MG TF Standard
1955-1962 MG MGA 1600
1958-1960 MG MGA Twin Cam
1959-1962 Morgan Plus 4 Standard
1957-1968 Morgan Series & Plus 4
1955-1959 Morris Crowley Standard
1957-1959 Morris Oxford III Standard
1951-1952 Opel Olympia Standard
1955-1959 Porsche 356 A
1961-1966 Saab 96
1959-1962 Simca Aronde II Standard
1957-1963 Singer Gazelle Standard
1957-1964 Sunbeam Rapier Series Standard
1951-1957 Vauxhall Wyveren Standard
1953-1972 Volkswagen Beetle Standard
1956-1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Standard
1974 Volkswagen 411 Standard
1974 Volkswagen 412 Standard
1957-1959 Wolseley 15/50 Standard
Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
Coker Tire was founded in 1958 and many years of our history has been focused on supplying the collector vehicle market with authentic tires. Coker Classic is our house brand, which is a favorite among car restorers and enthusiasts around the world. We were the first to develop the wide whitewall radial, and it's still one of our most popular product lines to this day. Coker Classic tires are offered in both bias ply and radial construction, using modern materials to ensure proper fitment and handling for your collector vehicle.
Coker Tire Company, established in 1958 by Harold Coker in Chattanooga, Tennessee, began as a tire and service center. Over time, under the leadership of Harold's son, Corky Coker, the company shifted its focus towards the antique tire market, dedicating four decades to developing this niche. This strategic move transformed Coker Tire into a leading provider of vintage-style tires for collector vehicles.
The company specializes in manufacturing and selling vintage-style tires, including brands like Michelin, Firestone, BF Goodrich, and Uniroyal, catering to the needs of automotive enthusiasts seeking authentic period-correct tires. By utilizing original, refurbished molds or creating new molds from original drawings, Coker Tire ensures that their products maintain the classic appearance while incorporating modern materials for improved performance and safety.
In addition to tires, Coker Tire offers a range of wheels and accessories suitable for various collector vehicles. Their inventory includes steel and wire wheels designed to replace worn-out OEM wheels for makes such as Chevrolet, Ford, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Mercury, Chrysler, Buick, and Volkswagen. They also provide custom wire wheels for hot rods and distribute products from brands like Rocket Racing Wheels and Dayton Wire Wheels.
| Brand | Coker Classic |
| Construction Ply | 4 PLY POLY |
| GTIN | 00842199104530 |
| Max Load Capacity | 970@32 psi |
| Overall Diameter | 25.88 |
| Rim Diameter | 15 in |
| Rim Width (in) | 4.50 - 5.50 |
| Section Width | 5.96 |
| Sidewall Style | Wide Whitewall |
| Sidewall Width (in) | 2.750 |
| SKU | 55700 |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Tire Series | Coker Classic Bias Ply |
| Tire Size | 560-15 |
| Tread Depth (32nds) | 12 |
| Tread Width | 4.00 |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Width Bias Ply | 5.60 |
