Spec-sheet numbers tell the real story here: an 18x12 forged wheel tipping the scale at just 19.7 lbs. APEX's VS-5RS in Anthracite delivers the wide rear fitment your Mustang needs without the rotational mass penalty that cast and flow-formed alternatives carry.
Forged construction keeps unsprung weight in check. The VS-5RS starts as a forged blank, allowing APEX to remove material from places that do not carry load while retaining strength where it matters. At 19.7 lbs in an 18x12 envelope, the wheel reduces rotational inertia and lets the suspension respond more accurately over every surface.
Sprint Line geometry meets aggressive fitment. The ET57 offset positions the 12-inch-wide face correctly within the Mustang's rear quarter, pairing a stretched-but-functional sidewall with a stance that fills the arch. The Sprint Line family targets track-day and performance-street use, so the spoke geometry and lip depth reflect those priorities rather than purely aesthetic ones.
Anthracite finish suits a working wheel. The dark Anthracite color hides brake dust between detail sessions and complements both light and dark Mustang body colors without demanding attention away from the car itself.
Product Benefits
- Forged Construction: Higher strength-to-weight ratio than cast or flow-formed alternatives.
- 19.7 lb Weight: Reduces unsprung and rotational mass for sharper throttle and braking response.
- 18x12 Sizing: Provides the wide rear stance the S197 through S650 Mustang platform supports.
- ET57 Offset: Positions the wheel face correctly within the rear quarter for proper clearance and fitment.
- Sprint Line Family: Developed for performance-street and track use, balancing stiffness and weight.
- Anthracite Finish: Low-maintenance dark finish that conceals brake dust and pairs with a wide range of body colors.
- 2005-2026 Fitment: Covers S197, S550, and S650 Mustang generations in a single wheel specification.
About APEX Wheels: APEX Wheels focuses exclusively on forged and flow-formed track and performance-street wheels sized and offset-engineered for specific platforms. Every VS-5RS specification is validated against real-world fitment data so buyers can confirm clearance before the wheel ships.
WARNING: California Residents: Cancer and Reproductive Harm;
www.p65warnings.ca.gov
- 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
