Really?
How many people want a TRF201x because its a Tamiya? Rather a lot I can assure you. They love the brand and will buy the car because of who its made by. Losi and Associated have a similar following in the US (less so here though) and the hype surrounding the release of the Durango demonstrated that image and exclusivity have a value in 1/10th too.
I see the situation as no different to high end bicycles. You can buy cheaper bikes made to look (and sometimes pretty much work) like a Specialized or a Kona, but thats not why you spend the money. You buy a £1k+ bike to own a £1K+ bike, and feel self-satisfied because of it.
Some people buy 3 or more new chassis per year. They started last year with a Cat SX, then got a B-Maxx, then a Durango. They aren't doing that to help keep the RC industry afloat - they do it because they love racing and have the money to spend on their hobby. And what better to spend it on than the newest, most hyped up car on the track?
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(but only if nobody better is available)
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