
Aftermarket 20-inch padded steering wheel, part number BKBL2024D4V, manufactured by VIP
Selling Price
$100
History
This is a heavy-duty aftermarket steering wheel designed for commercial trucks and industrial vehicles, particularly popular in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Such wheels were manufactured as replacement parts for Mack trucks, Freightliner, Ottawa yard mules, and similar heavy equipment. These padded steering wheels became standard in commercial trucking to improve driver comfort during long hauls and reduce fatigue. This type of steering wheel appeals to truck restoration enthusiasts, commercial vehicle collectors, and operators of vintage heavy equipment who seek period-correct or OEM-style replacement parts. The VIP brand was a recognized aftermarket supplier for commercial vehicle components, making these wheels valuable to those maintaining or restoring classic trucks from the 1980s through early 2000s.
Origin
United States
Maker
VIP (Vehicle Interior Products)
Time period
circa 1980–2010