The Coker Classic Star Series 165R15 whitewall tire is a modern radial tire with best-in-class speed, load and traction ratings. This tire features a 2-inch whitewall, which is built into the tire from day one for a long-lasting tire that offers the perfect look for your classic car. The wide whitewall fits many American and European classic cars from 1961 and earlier, and the 165R15 sizing is a direct replacement for 560-15 and A78-15 bias ply tires. Coker Classic Star Series tires feature a 480AA UTQG rating, giving them excellent treadwear, traction and temperature control. Another best-in-class rating is the T speed rating (118mph), as well as XL load rating, thanks to a reinforced sidewall. The low-noise tread looks and performs nicely, and this tire is DOT approved and E-marked for the European market. You won't find a better whitewall radial tire on the market, you have our word on it!
These tires feature Grade-A traction and temperature ratings, meaning you can expect excellent handling and traction on wet and dry roads. We engineered the Coker Classic Star Series to outperform all other whitewall tires, and it features a 480 AA UTQG rating for long-lasting tread life and unbeatable traction. This makes your classic car safer to drive in all weather conditions and improves your driving experience.
The Coker Classic Star Series is engineered with a reinforced sidewall to better support the weight of classic cars. This reinforcement gives the tire Extra Load (XL) rating, meaning added safety and a long-lasting sidewall that won't break down over time. You can find the load rating for this tire in the specifications column.
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, but now Coker Tire offers them in original style bias ply and modern radial construction.
T Speed Rated: Up to 118 mph (190 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles.
Similar Size Radial Alternative: 560R15
Suitable Radial Replacement For: 5.90-15 Bias Ply Tire
Suitable Radial Replacement For: 6.00-15 Bias Ply Tire
Suitable Radial Replacement For: A78-15 Bias Ply Tire
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Giardinetta, Austin Healey 100/4, 100/6 & 3000
1954-61 Allard Palm Beach (6.00-15)
1954-59 Austin-Healey 100-6 (5.90-15)
1959-67 Austin-Healey 3000 (5.90-15)
1960-66 Daimler SP 250 (5.90-15)
1963-68 Fiat 1800 B Sedan (5.90-15)
Fiat 2300 Coupe
1951-54 Henry J Standard (5.90-15)
Gilbern
Lancia Flavia
MGA, MGC, MG T, MG YB & Magnette
Morgan 4/4 & Plus 4
Morris Oxford Traveller
1962-63 Oldsmobile F85 (6.00-15)
1961-70 Peugeot 404 (5.90-15)
Peugeot 403
1956-60 Porsche 1500 (5.90-15)
1956-62 Porsche 1600 (5.90-15)
Porsche 356, 912, 914 & 911
1961-63 Rambler 6-cylinder (6.00-15)
1959-63 Studebaker Lark (6.00-15)
1956-68 Triumph TR3 (5.90-15)
1956-68 Triumph TR4, TR4A, TR5 & TR6 (5.90-15)
TVR Vixen & Tuscan
1971-74 Volkswagen 411,412 Wagon (5.90-15)
Volkswagen K70 & Karman Ghia
1973-77 Volkswagen Super Beetle, Beetle (6.00-15)
1963-73 Volkswagen Squareback Sedan (6.00-15)
1953-59 Volvo PV 444 (5.90-15)
1960-66 Volvo 122 S (5.90-15)
1953-60 Volvo 445 Duett (6.00-15)
Volvo P1800 & Amazon
Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements for your model and trim level.
165R15 Available in Coker Classic Star Series Part# 737100
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 |
| Load Index | 90 |
| Max Load Capacity | 1,323 lbs @ 32 psi |
| Overall Diameter | 25.25 |
| Radial Aspect Ratio | 80 |
| Rim Diameter | 15 in |
| Rim Width (in) | 4 - 6 |
| Section Width | 6.50 |
| Service Description | 90T |
| Sidewall Style | Wide Whitewall |
| Sidewall Width (in) | 2 |
| Sizing Note | 165R15 |
| SKU | 737100 |
| Spec DOT Approved? | Yes |
| Speed Rating | T |
| Tire Construction | Radial |
| Tire Series | Star Series |
| Tire Size | 165/80R15 |
| Tread Width | 4.62 |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tubeless |
| UTQG rating | 480 AA |
| Width Radial | 165 mm |
