Owner Spotlight: Grabber Blue 2011 Shelby GT500 with WELD Gloss Black Laguna 17x5 Front Wheels and 17x10 Rear Beadlock Drag Racing Wheels.
Jun 9th 2025
WELD Laguna 17x5 Gloss Black Front Wheels and 17x10 Laguna Rear Laguna Beadlock Drag Wheels.
Few cars stand out like a Shelby GT500, and when it’s finished in Grabber Blue, it’s a guaranteed head-turner. This 2011 Shelby GT500 takes things even further with a proper WELD Laguna drag racing wheel setup — the perfect balance of aggressive styling and track-ready performance.
For late-model Mustangs and GT500s, the Laguna series from WELD Racing has quickly become a favorite thanks to its forged strength, lightweight construction, and clean split-spoke design. Pairing front runner wheels with beadlock rears is one of the most effective ways to maximize both looks and performance at the strip.

The Exact Wheel Setup on This GT500:
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Fronts: WELD Laguna Drag 17x5 | 5x114.3 BC (5x4.5) | +21 Offset | 2.18” Backspacing | Gloss Black with Milled Spokes
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Rears: WELD Laguna Beadlock Drag 17x10 | 5x114.3 BC (5x4.5) | +49 Offset | 7.42” Backspacing | Gloss Black with Milled Spokes
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Recommended Lug Kit: WELD Conical Seat Lug Nut Kit (Complete 4-Corner Kit for RT-S, Solana, Belmont, Ventura, Laguna)
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This setup gives the Shelby a lightweight 17x5 front runner for reduced rolling resistance and a 17x10 beadlock rear designed to handle sticky drag radials or slicks with confidence.

Why Choose the WELD Laguna for the GT500?
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Drag-Proven Beadlock Rears – Lock down the tire bead for consistent launches without spin.
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17x5 Front Runners – Slim, lightweight wheels reduce weight and rolling resistance up front.
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Forged Construction – Lightweight and strong, ideal for high-horsepower Shelby builds.
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Classic Split-Spoke Design – Gloss black with milled accents for a bold look that matches modern Mustang styling.
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Direct Fitment – 5x114.3 bolt pattern with offsets designed for late-model Mustang/GT500 platforms.
Performance and Style Combined:
This Grabber Blue GT500 isn’t just a showpiece — it’s built to perform. By running front runners paired with beadlock rears, the car gains measurable advantages at the drag strip:
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Less drag resistance up front for quicker ETs.
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Secure traction in the rear for high-horsepower launches.
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A wheel and tire package that looks as mean as it performs.

The WELD Laguna 17x5 and 17x10 drag wheels are available now at Drag Racing Wheels, along with the recommended WELD conical seat lug kit for proper installation.
Call Us @ 1-833-287-6088 with any questions.
If you own a Shelby GT500 or late-model Mustang and are serious about drag performance, this WELD Laguna 17x5 and 17x10 beadlock setup is one of the most effective choices available. The combination of lightweight construction, proven beadlock design, and iconic styling makes it a natural fit for street/strip builds.
Explore the full selection of WELD Laguna Drag Wheels and get your Mustang or Shelby GT500 track-ready today.

