{"product_id":"apex-wheels-vs-5-flow-formed-wheel-18x8-5-et40-5x120","title":"APEX Wheels VS-5 Flow Formed Wheel | 18x8.5 ET40 | 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 18x8.5 ET40 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 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 1 face design, providing the geometry suited for the 8.5-inch width configuration. The 72.56mm center bore specification provides precise hub-centric fitment for BMW applications, ensuring proper wheel alignment and reducing vibration during operation. The wheel incorporates a 60-degree conical hardware seat, designed to work with conical lug bolts typically used in BMW applications for secure wheel mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAPEX offers the VS-5 in multiple finish options including Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, and Satin Black, allowing customization to match specific aesthetic preferences. The Evolution Line designation indicates this wheel benefits from APEX's refined engineering approach, incorporating lessons learned from motorsport applications to deliver performance-oriented wheels for street and track use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: BMW (5x120 bolt pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Flow Formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 18x8.5 ET40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Bore: 72.56mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace Profile: Profile 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable Finishes: Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, Satin Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: VS51885ET40-5120-7256-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;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e8.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eET40\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 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e60 Degree Conical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"APEX Wheels","offers":[{"title":"Anthracite","offer_id":47665451073687,"sku":"VS51885ET40-5120-7256-AN","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hyper Black","offer_id":47665451106455,"sku":"VS51885ET40-5120-7256-NHBK","price":459.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Race Silver","offer_id":47665451139223,"sku":"VS51885ET40-5120-7256-RS","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":47665451171991,"sku":"VS51885ET40-5120-7256-SMBK","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2641\/0682\/files\/24c7becb518a7234ada749ebc37c704f7cd54f4e-2000x2000_ce4ed851-9c33-410f-a564-934a1f792074.png?v=1776201256","url":"https:\/\/autotalent.com\/products\/apex-wheels-vs-5-flow-formed-wheel-18x8-5-et40-5x120","provider":"AutoTalent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}