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Official APEX VW VS-5RS Forged 17" & 18" Wheel Thread

APEXWheels

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Our most popular VW/Audi Forged Group Buy is back! Save up to $300 off plus free shipping on the lightest and most track-focused VW/Audi wheel we offer!

Our lightest design ever is now available for MQB VW/Audi applications! Available in our most popular track-focused fitment, the 17x9" ET42 VS-5RS is the ideal fit for those wanting the perfect balance between weight and strength. Compared to our flow formed SM-10, wheel weights have been reduced and load ratings increased while the 17" diameter offers more affordable tire costs for your average HPDE participant.

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Soon! Our engineering team just wrapped up on the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS and we will be starting production for that wheel within the next week or so. At this time, we are looking at about 3 or so months until we have our hands on the first production run. Stay tuned!

-Geirsen
Any updates on the 18x9 VS-5RS production Geirsen?
 

APEXWheels

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Any updates on the 18x9 VS-5RS production Geirsen?
We are still on course for the original ETA I previously mentioned. Hopefully around late July/early August at the latest for the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS. We will likely be doing a preorder sale around a month or so prior to their arrival, so keep an eye out for an announcement pertaining to that over the next month or so.

-Geirsen
 

APEXWheels

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[Things I really shouldn't even ask}Gold?[/Things I really shouldn't even ask}
Motorsport Gold won't be offered at launch for this particular wheel, unfortunately. For the first production run of the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS, we will be offering Anthracite, Satin Black, Satin Bronze, and Brushed Clear.

That said, depending on the demand and how the first production run sells, we can definitely pivot to offer Motorsport Gold and Race Silver for the second run if the market will support it.

-Geirsen
 

APEXWheels

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I know a lot of you have been anxiously awaiting the official release of our new VW/Audi 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS, and I really appreciate everyone's patience while the first batch of these wheels have been wrapping up production. With that being said, I am happy to report some very exciting news! As of this morning, the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS is officially live on our website and is currently open to pre-orders at a 10% discount off MSRP.

The pre-order phase will carry on through the end of our upcoming 4th of July sale. With that in mind, if you are looking to pick-up a set at a discount, now is the time to do so to ensure you get your preferred finish color locked-in before the first production batch sells out. Currently, the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS will be offered in Anthracite, Brushed Clear, Satin Black, and Satin Bronze at launch. If there are any particular finishes anyone would like to see for the second production run, please feel free to let me know, as we will be gauging demand throughout the pre-order phase.

At this time, we are expecting the first batch to arrive at our warehouse around late July/early August. These wheels will be arriving in two different shipments, so certain finishes might be showing up sooner than others.


Over the next couple of weeks, I will be working on getting these wheels added to our applicable fitment guides, as well as getting some content prepped to share with the VW/Audi community. It is important to note that while these wheels have the same fitment as our 18x9" ET42 Flow Formed SM-10s, they DO NOT have the same brake clearance. There are a few certain brake kits that this new wheel will not be able to clear (8-Piston TTRS/RS3 front brakes, for example), so if you have a larger aftermarket BBK, please do not hesitate to reach out to confirm brake clearance before pulling the trigger! That said, the 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS will still be able to clear all of the factory MQB VW and non-RS MQB Audi OEM brakes, as well as the vast majority of popular OE+ (Macan) and aftermarket BBKs.

If anyone has any questions regarding the ordering process, fitment, brake clearance, etc, please do not hesitate to reach out!

-Geirsen
 

APEXWheels

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The 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS Preorder Sale has been officially extended!

With the first production run of our new 18x9" ET42 VS-5RS VW/Audi wheels expected to arrive at our warehouse around late July/early August, we have decided to extend the 10% preorder discount until the end of the month. So far, we have gotten quite a few preorders locked-in over the 4th of July Holiday, so you will need to act fast to ensure you get your preferred finish selection before they sell out!




As always, if anyone has any fitment or technical questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!

-Geirsen


 

APEXWheels

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Our biggest sale of the year is now live! Don’t miss your chance to lock in a deep discount on sets of our Forged and Flow Formed wheels as the holiday season kicks off. All our wheels are on sale with huge discounts available sitewide. Free shipping will also be available for all orders during the sale.*

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15% off Sprint Line Forged Wheels



Our popular Forged offerings at an even more affordable price. Save 15% on the lightest wheels we make including our VS-5RS and SM-10RS designs.


20% Off Flow Formed Wheels



A better value than ever, our Flow Formed VW/Audi SM-10 wheels are 20% off across the board. With 17" and 18" options in both OEM+ and aggressive track/street fitments available, there's a perfect fitment out there for every car.

Spacers and More



Caps, Spacers, Studkits, Bolts, Nuts. No matter what you need to get your fitment dialed in, our sale has you covered with a 20% discount on these critical upgrades for your VW/Audi.

With a variety of options on offer be sure to consult our Fitment Guides before ordering. If you still have questions, our fitment experts are standing by to help with inquiries, but will be overwhelmed as we near the sale’s end. Beat the procrastinators and reach out early for help with your next set of Apex wheels.


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Need time before you buy? This sale ends on November 30th at midnight PST.

*Free shipping to the lower 48 US states

Questions?
Call: 925-245-0773
Email: expert@apexwheels.com
Web: https://apexwheels.com
Hours: M-F 9a-5p PST

 

APEXWheels

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Our largest sale of the year is already halfway over, don’t miss out on these savings. We have all of our VW wheels on sale at 15-20% off along with Apex accessories like spacers, stud kits, and center caps.

If you have any questions regarding fitment or other technical wheel/tire details, feel free to check out our VW fitment guides via the following link:


APEX VW Wheel & Tire Fitment Guides

If you can't find the answers you're looking for in the guides, you can send us a message using our fitment form.

Buy Now

Need time before you buy? This sale ends on November 30th at midnight PST.

*Free shipping to the lower 48 US states

Questions?
Call: (925) 245-0773
Email: expert@apexwheels.com
Web: apexwheels.com
Hours: M-F 9a-5p PST
 

APEXWheels

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Our biggest sale of the year is extended for 24 hours! This is your last chance to lock in a deep discount on sets of our Forged and Flow Formed wheels. On top of huge savings, free shipping will be available for all orders during the sale.*
With a variety of options on offer be sure to consult our Fitment Guides before ordering. If you procrastinated a bit, that’s okay! Our fitment experts are standing by to help with any questions you may have.
You can find our VW specific fitment guides via the following link:


APEX VW Wheel & Tire Fitment Guides

If you can't find the answers you're looking for in the guides, you can send us a message using our fitment form.

Buy Now

Need time before you buy? This sale ends on November 30th at midnight PST.

*Free shipping to the lower 48 US states

Questions?
Call: (925) 245-0773
Email: expert@apexwheels.com
Web: apexwheels.com
Hours: M-F 9a-5p PST
 
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