[cannonballmac]

I've recently bought the Serpent as it has two gearbox options in the box. A few other kits offer this including Kyosho and PR. The drawback of swapping between high and low grip gearboxes is the side pods. The gearbox dimensions are different and need different mounting holes which then gives more room for battery placement.
I love the availability nowadays and yes the kits cost more but I don't find details myself having to buy option parts like I did previously.

The Schumacher kits have always looked great and are generally over engineered.

I agree a bit of simplicity would help, especially newcomers as the 3 and 4 gear options are a minefield.