3 Piece PRObuilt Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel 5x205mm Rim Set for Classic VW

The Flagship Wheel for Serious Classic VW Builds

The PRObuilt 17" 3-Piece Smoothie is not a mass-produced wheel — it is a made-to-order foundation component for high-end Classic Volkswagen builds that demand modern performance without sacrificing heritage.

Inspired by the iconic 15x4.5 Smoothie found on early Beetles, this modern three-piece design preserves the OE look while delivering the strength, precision, and fitment flexibility required for today’s suspension systems, brake packages, and tire technology.

Built entirely in the USA and assembled by PROs, these wheels are designed for owners who want it done once — and done right.

Built for Builders — Not Guesswork

You do not need to know offsets, widths, or lip depths before ordering.

Once your order is placed, a PRO works directly with you to finalize:

• Wheel widths

• Backspacing / offsets

• Inner & outer lip depth

• Brake and suspension clearance

• Fender and stance goals

Every set is engineered specifically for your build — eliminating fitment mistakes, rework, and regret.

Why These Wheels Exist

Most Smoothie wheels on the market are stamped, imported, and designed for yesterday’s cars.

PRObuilt Smoothies are different:

• Three-piece construction for precise offset and width control

• Designed for modern tires and big brake systems

• Built to support BAD Series Brakes and performance suspensions

• Made to order in the USA using premium materials

• Direct PRO consultation included with every set

This is the Smoothie redefined for real driving, not just parking-lot builds.

Construction & Finish Details

• Diameter: 17"

• Construction: 3-piece (outer lip, center, inner barrel)

• Outer lips: Polished aluminum

• Inner barrels: Raw aluminum

• Centers: Powder-coated (your color choice)

• Hardware: Chrome, exposed (Rolex-style appearance)

• Lug seat: 14mm x 1.50 conical

Each set is assembled, torqued, and inspected before shipment.

Hubcap Compatibility

Designed to accept early-style hubcaps without modification.

Compatible with:

• Early Beetle hubcaps

• Early Bus hubcaps

• Early Porsche hubcaps

Recommended cap sources:

• Wolfsburg West (BEST fit & finish)

• Factory Wide-5 options

• Period-correct crest and smooth caps

• Factory Wide 5 caps (cheap) - Factory Wide 5 caps (better) - Large VW Emblem caps (cheap) - Smooth caps (cheap) - Wolfsburg Crest caps (cheap) - Wolfsburg West Chrome caps (BEST) - Wolfsburg West Grey caps (cool) - KDF Caps (cheap) - Porsche Crest Caps (Nice)

Tire Options (Optional)

Tires can be professionally mounted and balanced prior to shipment.

Typical performance street sizing:

• Front: 205/40R17

• Rear: 215/45R17

Tire brands and availability vary based on market conditions.

Fitment Notes

• Designed for Beetles, Ghias, and performance-oriented builds

• Minor fender lip trimming may be required on some IRS Ghias

• Minimum recommended clearance: 1.75" from drum/rotor to fender edge

If clearance is questionable, a PRO will guide you before finalizing specs.

Why This Is a Flagship Product

• Authentic Smoothie design, modernized with three-piece engineering

• Built in the USA — not imported or mass-produced

• Fully customizable for stance, brake, and suspension requirements

• Direct PRO support ensures correct fit the first time

• Designed to complement premium components across the PRObuilt ecosystem

These wheels anchor high-end builds — visually, mechanically, and structurally.

Build Time & Ordering

• Build time: Approximately 4 weeks

• Sold as a complete wheel set

• Price listed per set

Production runs are limited. Once a run is full, new orders are scheduled into the next cycle.

The Bottom Line

If you’re building a Classic VW that deserves modern performance, precise fitment, and timeless style — the PRObuilt 17" 3-Piece Smoothie is the correct wheel.

No compromises.
No guesswork.
No doing it twice.