APEX VS-5 18x8.5" ET40 & 18x9.5" ET58 Staggered Wheel Set VS-5 maximizes the performance potential of a flow-formed wheel. It combines features typically only found on forged wheels with a premium look at an unbeatable price. Features: Iconic 5-Spoke Design Side-Milled Spokes for Reduced Weight Reinforced Inner Lip for Strength Massive Brake Clearance Ultra-Concave Face Profiles Independently Tested and Certified Unmatched Replacement Program Lifetime Structural Warranty The VS-5 brings the aggressive look of our iconic forged VS-5RS to a flow-formed wheel. At a fraction of the price of its forged sibling, VS-5 punches well above its weight and maximizes the performance potential of a flow-formed wheel. With nearly two decades of experience perfecting track-ready flow-formed wheels, we engineered the VS-5 to deliver Real Performance at an unbeatable value. With a strength-to-weight ratio and features typically reserved for forged wheels, the VS-5 pushes the boundaries of flow-formed manufacturing to the max. Weighing only ~2-2.5 lbs more than its forged sibling, the VS-5 isn’t just a top tier option in the flow-formed space, it’s a wheel we consider the last step in performance before leveling up to a forged design. Flow-forming enables us to create high-performance wheels without the price premium of forging. It improves the mechanical properties and grain structure of the barrel, increasing its strength and stiffness, which allows us to use less material and reduce weight. Thanks to our superior engineering, our flow-formed wheels have a higher load rating than some competitors' forged wheels. A critical part of VS-5’s remarkable weight-savings, side-milled spokes also help with its stunning looks. The VS-5 features advanced side-milled spokes that have any excess material that doesn’t add strength removed from the sides of the spokes via precision CNC ball cutter. This process is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for performance without compromise, we believe it's essential. The inner lip is the most vulnerable part of a wheel because it has no spokes for support. Our flow-formed Evolution Line adds more material to this vulnerable area as an added layer of protection against impact from track berms, potholes, and whatever else the road may throw at you.
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The best wheels to come to market at an even better price. These forged Sprint Line wheels have so many benefits why would you ever buy another wheel. VS-5RS wheels start off as a blank profile made specifically by Apex wheels, with about 10,000 metric tons of pressure the aluminum starts off as a robust metal eliminating porosity and improving the structure of the wheel to start off as strong as possible. Spring Line Forged wheels from Apex Wheels feature: Side milled spoke design to cut out excess material and gain wider and deeper spokes. Reinforced critical structure points to add inner lip strength and increase load rating. Weight optimized to balance strength and maintain a lighter design. Independently tested for rigorous JWL standards based on duration, impact, and total loading. High clearance barrel design for Big Brake Clearance. Paintless Knurled Beads that keeps your tire from slipping with sharp and maximized grip! Impact Socket friendly to support oversized race lugs and faster wheel changes with impact sockets. Laser-engraved specs to easily identify your wheel collection at home or in a hurry at the track! Wheel Specs: Staggered Setup 18x8.5" ET40 APEX VS-5RS Forged BMW Wheels & 18x9.5" ET58 APEX VS-5RS Forged BMW Wheels Requires at least -2 degrees of front camber. ET40 VS-5RS requires less camber depending on the tire. 45/35-18 front tires can fit with additional negative camber. 275/35-18 rear tires can be used with negative camber and/or rolled fenders. Aggressive tire compounds that run wide often rub with this fitment and the passenger side rear wheelwell liner must be periodically checked to ensure the fuel filler neck area is not rubbing. On top of all of these benefits that focus on the best user experience possible Apex Wheels goes one step further. These forged wheels are always hubcentric built for your select vehicle application, made to fit TPMS sensors and OE center caps to get a factory look with improved performance. This is a wheel you can depend on! Comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY against material and workmanship defects and a 1 YEAR warranty on the finish of the wheels. If your already sold on these wheels there is one last final benefit that will boost your confidence to drive these wheels to the moon and back; Apex Wheels offers 50% OFF replacement wheels no matter the damage to make sure your favorite wheel setup can go on forever!
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APEX ARC-8 18" Staggered Wheel Set -- 18x8.5" / 18x9.5" This set of 8.5" and 9.5" ARC-8 wheels is an easy staggered fitment for the E82 128i/135i. These are a direct fit with no spacers or fender rolling required. We use an 8.5" ET45 on the front and a 9.5" ET58 on the rear. These wheels were designed specifically for the high offset required on the E82. Maintains stock-like handling characteristics, tires can only be rotated left to right. Maximizes both front and rear tire width. Staggered setups are recommended for highly tuned cars that need extra rear tire width in order to control their increased power output. Direct fit with stock suspension, lowering springs, and a variety of aftermarket coilovers. 5mm front spacers required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 245/35-18 front tires can fit with 5mm front spacers and approximately -1.5 degrees of camber or more. Larger front spacers may be required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 255/35-18 front tires can fit with 5mm front spacers and approximately -2.5 degrees of camber or more. Larger front spacers may be required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 275/35-18 rear tires can be used with negative camber and/or rolled fenders. Aggressive tire compounds that run wide often rub with this fitment and the passenger side rear wheel well liner must be periodically checked to ensure the fuel filler neck area is not rubbing. APEX light alloy wheels are the next evolution in flow-forged wheel technology for BMWs. Flow-forming is a semi-forging process that produces a wheel typically stronger than a traditional cast wheel yet is still light weight. The wheels are around 10lbs lighter per wheel than a comparable factory wheel! That's reduced unsprung weight that improves all aspects of performance. The spokes and barrel have been designed to allow generous clearance for big brakes. In other words, these wheels are very impressively engineered and look great too! The design is based on classic motorsport themes that blend with BMW styling and appearance. These wheels look right at home on many BMW models. Multiple color and profile options allow you to set just the right look and stance for your car. As well as being pleasing to the eye these are very strong and functional wheels that are at home on the street as well as the racetrack. Don't let the price fool you - these wheels are high quality, high strength, and in high demand. Recommended for most types of street and performance driving. Allows proper front-to-rear tire rotation to extend tire life & improve handling balance. May require minimal front negative camber. 235/45-17 tires can also be used for better tire availability but are more likely to rub with compounds that run wide or cars that are lowered. 245/40-17 tires can fit, but will require approximately -1.5 degrees or more of front camber. Rear rolled fenders and/or rear negative camber may also be required.
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APEX ARC-8 18" Staggered Wheel Set -- 18x8.5" / 18x9.5" This set of 8.5" and 9.5" ARC-8 wheels is an easy staggered fitment for the E82 128i/135i. These are a direct fit with no spacers or fender rolling required. We use an 8.5" ET45 on the front and a 9.5" ET58 on the rear. These wheels were designed specifically for the high offset required on the E82. Maintains stock-like handling characteristics, tires can only be rotated left to right. Maximizes both front and rear tire width. Staggered setups are recommended for highly tuned cars that need extra rear tire width in order to control their increased power output. Direct fit with stock suspension, lowering springs, and a variety of aftermarket coilovers. 5mm front spacers required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 245/35-18 front tires can fit with 5mm front spacers and approximately -1.5 degrees of camber or more. Larger front spacers may be required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 255/35-18 front tires can fit with 5mm front spacers and approximately -2.5 degrees of camber or more. Larger front spacers may be required for certain aftermarket suspensions. 275/35-18 rear tires can be used with negative camber and/or rolled fenders. Aggressive tire compounds that run wide often rub with this fitment and the passenger side rear wheel well liner must be periodically checked to ensure the fuel filler neck area is not rubbing. APEX light alloy wheels are the next evolution in flow-forged wheel technology for BMWs. Flow-forming is a semi-forging process that produces a wheel typically stronger than a traditional cast wheel yet is still light weight. The wheels are around 10lbs lighter per wheel than a comparable factory wheel! That's reduced unsprung weight that improves all aspects of performance. The spokes and barrel have been designed to allow generous clearance for big brakes. In other words, these wheels are very impressively engineered and look great too! The design is based on classic motorsport themes that blend with BMW styling and appearance. These wheels look right at home on many BMW models. Multiple color and profile options allow you to set just the right look and stance for your car. As well as being pleasing to the eye these are very strong and functional wheels that are at home on the street as well as the racetrack. Don't let the price fool you - these wheels are high quality, high strength, and in high demand. Recommended for most types of street and performance driving. Allows proper front-to-rear tire rotation to extend tire life & improve handling balance. May require minimal front negative camber. 235/45-17 tires can also be used for better tire availability but are more likely to rub with compounds that run wide or cars that are lowered. 245/40-17 tires can fit, but will require approximately -1.5 degrees or more of front camber. Rear rolled fenders and/or rear negative camber may also be required.
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