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American Racing VN427 Shelby Cobra 18x9.5 5x5x114.3 -25mm Two-Piece Mag Gray Center Polished Barrel Wheel - VN4278956545

American Racing VN4278956545: A Timeless Classic

With a legacy spanning over 60 years, American Racing has been a staple in the automotive community, starting from humble beginnings with a single set of custom drag racing wheels. Today, they continue to embody that spirit with the VN4278956545, a wheel that beautifully merges classic style with modern performance.

Specifications That Matter

  • Diameter: 18 inches
  • Width: 9.5 inches
  • Lug Count: 5
  • Bolt Pattern (Metric): 5x114.3
  • Bolt Pattern (Standard): 5x4.5
  • Offset: -25
  • Backspacing: 4.27 inches
  • Center Bore: 72.6 mm
  • Load Rating (Metric): 716 kg
  • Load Rating (Standard): 1580 lbs
  • Construction Type: Cast Center with Forged Barrel
  • Finish: Two-Piece Mag Gray Center with Polished Barrel
  • Weight: 25 lbs

Features That Stand Out

The VN4278956545 is designed with precision and style in mind. The combination of a cast center and forged barrel ensures durability while maintaining a lightweight structure. The stunning two-piece Mag Gray finish with a polished barrel not only looks fantastic but also offers excellent resistance to wear and tear.

Benefits You’ll Appreciate

Choosing the VN4278956545 means investing in a wheel that not only enhances your vehicle's aesthetics but also supports optimal performance. The negative offset of -25 allows for a wider stance, improving handling and stability on the road. Plus, with a load rating of 1580 lbs, you can rest assured that these wheels are built to handle whatever you throw at them.

Popular Fitments

This wheel is a fantastic choice for a variety of vehicles, particularly those with a bolt pattern of 5x114.3 or 5x4.5. It's commonly fitted on popular models like the Ford Mustang, Nissan 370Z, and various other performance vehicles that benefit from its aggressive stance and sporty look.

Final Thoughts

The American Racing VN4278956545 combines a rich heritage with modern engineering to deliver a wheel that is both stylish and functional. Whether you're hitting the track or cruising the streets, these wheels are sure to turn heads and provide the performance you desire.

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All sizes for American Racing Wheels VN427 Shelby Cobra:

Diameter Sizes
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15x7 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x7 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x7 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x7 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x7 • PCD: 5x127|5x5 • O: -25 • B: 78.1 • Silver 15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver
15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -44 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -38 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -38 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver
15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Silver 15x10 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 19 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x10 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -57 • B: 72.56 • Gray
15x10 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -19 • B: 72.56 • Gray 15x10 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17
17x7 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x7 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x7 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray
17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray
17x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -38 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Gray
17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 6 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 12 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 19 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x9.5 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -69 • B: 72.56 • Gray
17x9.5 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -63 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -50 • B: 72.56 • Gray
17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Silver
17x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 17x11 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -76 • B: 72.56 • Silver 17x11 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -6 • B: 72.56 • Gray
18
18x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x8 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray
18x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x8 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: 0 • B: 72.56 • Gray
18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Gray 18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -25 • B: 72.56 • Gray ( SELECTED )
18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 6 • B: 72.56 • Gray 18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 12 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 12 • B: 72.56 • Gray
18x9.5 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: 25 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x9.5 • PCD: 5x120.65 • O: -32 • B: 72.56 • Silver 18x11 • PCD: 5x114.3 • O: -50 • B: 83.06 • Silver
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Who is American Racing Wheels?

True to their brand slogan "American Racing is never idle," the company has continuously developed exciting, new products to keep up with the ever-changing world of motorsports. 

The company was established in 1956 and did not stop innovating since then. American Racing Wheels' decades of experience will surely give you the perfect wheels for your need, whether for racing or just for show.

From the then famous magnesium wheels to their new forged line, American Racing Wheels have always worked with precision and strength in mind. 

If you want 100% US-made wheels, then their forged line is the one for you. The 6061 forged aluminum can be custom-built to your preferred size, even the finish, and style.

World-Class Facility 

American Racing Wheels' world-class facility makes it possible for them to create endless designs for their aluminum wheels, that is why it is the most popular wheels of choice. They use different methods to develop these forged aluminum wheels, and each method has its advantages over the other.

Changing the World of Motor Sports

American Racing Wheels' iconic Torq Thrust is among the top speed parts to have changed the motorsports world. Its simple, lightweight, 5-spoke design is and still one of the most sought-after wheel designs even after more than 60 years in the market. Because of its popularity and performance, Torq Thrust is considered to be the most imitated wheel design to date.

Purchase American Racing Wheels at Vivid Racing

Whether you are a street rod or a hot rod kind of guy, you will never go wrong with American Racing Wheels. Vivid Racing provides you with a list of their products varying from vintage to modern wheel types. Visit our site, and you can check out their high-performance product offerings specific to your needs.

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