Why are RWs so desirable? Forged. There is no other wheel that can touch the strength and weight of the RW besides the Volk TE37. If you think used RWs are expensive, then take a look at a set of Volks 5x150 ($3600), and the TE37 doesn't come with anything other than 0 offset. So, the RW is basically the only forged wheel that will fit the LC other than going custom made. $1500 for a set isn't bad when you consider most forged wheels are going for at least $900+ a piece from BBS or Volk. Cheap to be frank. A forged 18" wheel is about 3-5lbs lighter than equivalent cast wheel.
Evo Corses is a heat treated cast wheel. Don't let the fancy name and made in Italy fool you. Sure they have some sweet wheels that are used on rally cars, but to be frank, I think the Corse Dakar wheel is a bit over-priced at $400/corner. For that price or a little bit more, I'd at least be expecting flow formed wheels instead of cast, which is a tad bit disappointing. Evo Corses are even close to RW on the scale of materials specs but are around the same price.
For that money, Evo Corse makes a 17x8 +40 wheel, made in Italy (I don’t know where Rock Warriors are made), likely stronger, less common, and good looking. I think I’ve seen one set second hand. For me, keen on the specs but not the RW aesthetic, Rock Warriors can be an acceptable alternative but for over a grand it would be a no go. Awesome though when you can find a great deal!
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Evo Corses is a heat treated cast wheel. Don't let the fancy name and made in Italy fool you. Sure they have some sweet wheels that are used on rally cars, but to be frank, I think the Corse Dakar wheel is a bit over-priced at $400/corner. For that price or a little bit more, I'd at least be expecting flow formed wheels instead of cast, which is a tad bit disappointing. Evo Corses are even close to RW on the scale of materials specs but are around the same price.