{"product_id":"apex-wheels-vs-5-flow-formed-wheel-17x9-et42-5x120","title":"APEX Wheels VS-5 Flow Formed Wheel | 17x9 ET42 | 5x120","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe APEX Wheels VS-5 from the Evolution Line represents a precision-engineered flow formed wheel designed for BMW applications requiring 5x120 bolt pattern compatibility. This 17x9 ET42 wheel addresses the demands of performance applications through APEX's flow formed construction process, which combines casting efficiency with enhanced strength characteristics to deliver optimal performance for track and street use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VS-5 achieves a weight of 18.9 lbs in the 17x9 configuration, providing unsprung weight reduction compared to factory BMW wheels while maintaining the structural integrity required for performance driving. This weight control becomes critical in performance applications, where reduced unsprung mass directly improves handling dynamics, acceleration response, and braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wheel utilizes flow formed construction, a manufacturing process that begins with a cast wheel blank before applying specialized forming techniques. During flow forming, the wheel barrel is spun at high speed while rollers apply controlled pressure, stretching and compressing the aluminum to create a denser grain structure. This process increases the material strength while reducing weight compared to traditional cast wheels, positioning flow formed construction between cast and forged methods in terms of both performance and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VS-5 features Profile 2 face design, providing the geometry suited for the 9-inch width configuration. The 72.56mm center bore specification provides proper hub-centric fitment for BMW applications. The wheel employs 60 degree conical hardware seat configuration, ensuring proper lug nut engagement and secure mounting. Multiple finish options including Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, and Satin Black allow customization to match different aesthetic preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: BMW (5x120 bolt pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Flow Formed aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 18.9 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Bore: 72.56mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace Profile: Profile 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable Finishes: Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, Satin Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: VS5179ET42-5120-7256-AN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWheel Specifications:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"custable\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;font-size:90%;width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#03589c;height:21.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIAMETER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWIDTH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:10%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOFFSET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOLT PATTERN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCENTER BORE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:14%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACE PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:12%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARDWARE SEAT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;width:8%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#e8f4f8;height:32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e9.0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eET42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e5x120mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e72.56mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eFlow Formed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eProfile 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e60 Degree Conical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e18.9 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"APEX Wheels","offers":[{"title":"Anthracite","offer_id":47672154259607,"sku":"VS5179ET42-5120-7256-AN","price":409.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hyper Black","offer_id":47672154292375,"sku":"VS5179ET42-5120-7256-NHBK","price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Race Silver","offer_id":47672154325143,"sku":"VS5179ET42-5120-7256-RS","price":409.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":47672154357911,"sku":"VS5179ET42-5120-7256-SMBK","price":409.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2641\/0682\/files\/57d9859cf54a57a6bcf5a5b77dcea38b2a743414-2000x2000.png?v=1776281267","url":"https:\/\/autotalent.com\/products\/apex-wheels-vs-5-flow-formed-wheel-17x9-et42-5x120","provider":"AutoTalent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}