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Originally Posted by southern racer
How about a RC10 or Losi XX?
Both were very popular so relatively easy to get parts for and not too expensive. Both handle very well, can run modern electrics and be reasonably competitve even against the latest cars.
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Lol, just as I finished writting this thread I turned around and saw my vintage shelf queen Championship RC10, but is in inmaculate mint condition!!!! And although it has lost value due to the re release I dont feel like running it, buying a beaten up RC10 might be an option. The problem for me is that the RC10 is like the belly button... everyone has one!!!
Like Ralphee said, Tamiyas are fun... and that's about it. For me racing vintages would be for fun. If I want speed and excellent handling I'll just run something modern, perhaps with a vintage body covering it.
The Hotshot is nice, but I am not really a big fan. Schu's are expensive and difficult to get spares.
Why is the Avante so high mantainance? I would highly concider running one.
I would rather race a 4wd, and a Optima maybe, but I already been that path when I restored a Mid Custom to shelf mint condition to later race it and scratch the poor buggy. It not felt right for me...
What about the Frog's front suspension?
DanB4, did your pal raced his Frog among you guys? If yes, how did he do?
Vintage racer wish list;
1)Fun, no stress about breaking something.
2)Cool looking
3)Mech speed controller & brushed motor; nothing beats a high end motor with sparks flying all over!!!
4)Sturdy or at least not a whimp