American Racing Authentic Hot Rod  VN501 500 Mono Cast

Finish
Machined w/Black Accent
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Available Rim Diameters: 15, 17"

Features

  • Center cap shown included at no charge.
The American Racing Authentic Hot Rod VN501 500 Mono Cast Machined with Black Accent wheel brings timeless five-spoke styling to classic hot rods and muscle cars with a finish that balances vintage appeal and modern precision. This one-piece cast aluminum wheel features machined spoke faces that contrast beautifully against black-accented pockets, creating depth and visual interest that's perfect for street rods and vintage American iron. American Racing offers the VN501 in various sizing configurations with 5-lug bolt patterns, providing fitment flexibility for classic Ford, Chevrolet, and Mopar applications. The mono cast construction delivers reliable strength in a single-piece design that's lighter than steel while maintaining the structural integrity enthusiasts expect. Available in both standard and staggered fitment options, this wheel allows builders to achieve that aggressive, period-correct stance with wider rear wheels for a true hot rod look. The machined and black accent finish showcases the classic spoke design while offering a finish that's easier to maintain than traditional chrome, making it ideal for drivers who want show-quality looks with real-world practicality for cruises and car shows alike.

Ratings Charts & Reviews American Racing Authentic Hot Rod VN501 500 Mono Cast

Consumer Surveys

Would Buy Again? N/A
Design 10.0 - Excellent
Quality 10.0 - Excellent
Appearance 10.0 - Excellent
Performance Benefits 10.0 - Excellent
Proper Fit 10.0 - Excellent
Ease of Installation 10.0 - Excellent
Ease of Cleaning 9.3 - Excellent

Note: Customer Survey Ratings are from 0-10 with 10 being the highest.

  •   Excellent (8.6 - 10)
  •   Good (6.6 - 8.5)
  •   Fair (4.6 - 6.5)
  •   Poor (2.6 - 4.5)
  •   Unacceptable (0 - 2.5)

Consumer Reviews

  • August 15, 2023

    (Verified Tire Rack Customer)

    4.9 out of 5

    Excellent wheels, great look. mix of chrome and black. SOOOOOOO over the "All Black" look on vehicles.

    • Vehicle: 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport

    • Wheel Diameter: 15

    • Location: GREENSBURG, KY

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    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

  • February 22, 2023

    (Verified Tire Rack Customer)

    4.9 out of 5

    Not only are the wheels fantastic looking, but they're are also made of quality materials that will last. The best part of this purchase was the time, effort, and help that was afforded to me by all the of staff of Tire Rack and American Racing Wheels Company. It was a pleasure to do business with people who know how to correct difficult problems and truly want to help someone. Thank You. Gordon

    • Vehicle: 1966 Ford Mustang 5-Lug

    • Wheel Diameter: 17

    • Location: BROOMALL, PA

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    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

  • February 01, 2020

    (Verified Tire Rack Customer)

    5.0 out of 5

    I recently purchased 4 of these for my '70 Chevelle SS, along with 4 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires size 225/50ZR17, I went with the 17x8 wheel size. They are styled to look like the original Super Sport wheels, but give the car a much more modern look, compared to the original 14'' wheels. They fit fine, with plenty of clearance, the ride and handling is also improved. My Chevelle had a frame-off restoration, but the suspension and brakes are stock '70 Chevelle. They were delivered mounted and balanced by Tire Rack, I have made many purchases here and never had a problem, they are a class act. I will not miss dealing with the brown white lettering on the BFG Radial T/A's that were on my original SS wheels. Overall a good purchase, very happy with the quality of the wheels and the way they transformed the appearance of the car.

    • Vehicle: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

    • Wheel Diameter: Not Provided

    • Location: NORTH PORT, FL

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    12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

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