Forged construction and a dedicated Mustang fitment make the APEX VS-5RE a straight-to-track choice for 2005-2026 owners who want a rear wheel that can handle repeated abuse without adding unnecessary rotational mass.
Forged one-piece construction. The VS-5RE starts as a forged billet blank, which compresses the grain structure and produces a wheel that is stronger and lighter than a comparable cast unit. At 22.3 lbs for an 18x11 inch wheel, the weight stays competitive for this class of forged aluminum performance wheel.
Enduro Line engineering for sustained use. The VS-5RE belongs to APEX's Enduro Line family, a series validated for track driving and road use simultaneously. The VS-5RE is not a show wheel reserved for clean days; it tolerates the thermal cycling, curbing, and lateral loads that come with repeated circuit sessions.
Mustang-specific ET52 offset. The 18x11 inch diameter and width combination with an ET52 offset positions the wheel correctly within the S197, S550, and S650 rear fenders, giving proper spoke clearance at the caliper and controlled fitment at the fender lip without requiring spacers on standard applications.
Satin black finish. The satin black surface finish resists brake dust adhesion better than a gloss coat and retains its appearance over multiple track events without needing constant detailing between sessions.
Product Benefits
- Forged Construction: Stronger grain structure than cast alternatives, with a 22.3 lb weight for 18x11 sizing.
- Enduro Line Validated: Built and tested for combined road and track duty, not display use.
- Broad Mustang Coverage: Fits 2005-2026 Mustang platforms including S197, S550, and S650.
- ET52 Offset: Positions the 11-inch-wide wheel correctly inside the rear fender without requiring spacers on standard fitments.
- Satin Black Finish: Low-sheen surface resists brake dust buildup and holds up to repeated track use.
- 18x11 Fitment: Accommodates wide rear tires suited to high-power Mustang applications.
About APEX Wheels: APEX Wheels focuses exclusively on forged aluminum track-and-street wheels developed with platform-specific offsets and load ratings. Every fitment in the catalog is validated against real vehicle geometry so the wheel works correctly without modification.
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- Installation Difficulty:
- Tech Recommended
- Tools Required:
- Basic Shop Tools
- Estimated Install Time:
- (approx.) 1 Hour
- Vehicle Fitment:
- 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
