Help me put a kit together for £300

[steady_eddie]

Is this possible for a reasonable starter kit (everything) with second hand parts where possible?

I'm after a 1/10 2wd buggy - don't know what type of controller - stick or wheel - maybe erring towards stick.

Seems like mid motored would be the way forward - local club is astroturf and this was recommended to me.

So if you can spot or suggest any parts from ebay, from this site or elsewhere that would be great.

I'm wondering if this would be a good deal/start
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160885862977?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Battery and charger
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-LIPO-CHARGER-AND-BATTERY-FITS-HPI-FLUX-TRAXXAS-DEANS-FITMENT-/221125690357?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&ha sh=item337c1e43f5
- Any good - How much is it worth bidding upto?

Is this possible for a reasonable starter kit (everything) with second hand parts where possible?I'm after a 1/10 2wd buggy - don't know what type of controller - stick or wheel - maybe erring towards stick.Seems like mid motored would be the way forward - local club is astroturf and this was recommended to me.So if you can spot or suggest any parts from ebay, from this site or elsewhere that would be great.I'm wondering if this would be a good deal/starthttp://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160885862977?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
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[Hpi_guy]

Yes to the ansmann but the link to the battery's isn't working

[racingben]

I would have got close with my Durango 210 but bought that new.

210's go on eBay for about £140
Spectrum dx3c -£25 oople a few months ago
Hobbywing 120a esc and Orion 6.5 motor £100 - local club
Savox servo £25 - oople
2x losi short lipos £20 - oople
Spektrum receiver £20 eBay
Lipo charger £20 on eBay.

£350 realisticly if you shop around a bit
Mid east regional A final with the above as well. Still good kit!

[jameshealey]

I've set my self a budget of £370 and I already have the Servo and Radio Gear.

But I'm avoiding second hand, as every RC I've had was second hand and I just want something new for once. But I imagine i'll end up spending a good £50 or so more.

[mattybucks]

Originally Posted by jameshealey

I've set my self a budget of £370 and I already have the Servo and Radio Gear.

But I'm avoiding second hand, as every RC I've had was second hand and I just want something new for once. But I imagine i'll end up spending a good £50 or so more.

That's easy.

What car are you looking at?

Speed Passion LPF - £89 excellent esc for the money.
Motor £60
Cells £70
Car £150
Charger £50

So a little over budget but possible.

[sosidge]

A Losi 22 RTR is £300 retail and can be found for a LOT less. You'll need a LiPo and charger which can be had for under £100, and if you want to run mid-motor there are a couple of other parts you need to buy.

So for £400 you have a mid-motor car that is BRAND NEW and ready to race.

Durango have a 210 RTR on the way which can be made cheaply into a mid-motor - also BRAND NEW.

Associated and Team C/Ansmann both do RTR cars - granted with sensorless systems and rear motor - but entirely raceable and a lot less than your budget.

So why piece together second hand parts when your budget will get something new?

[V6Jim]

Hi. I'm doing the exact same thing right now. I set a target of £300 too just to see if it was possible. Well, I nearly did it! Second hand kit for £100. New tranny for £60. New motor for £45. New servo for £20. New Charger from China for £16. New 120A Speedo from China for £50. Just the LiPo's to get and that's all the basics.

All these bits are far from top of the range, but there is no reason why this package shouldn't be competitive. I think it'll end up costing about £350 when I'm done.

Hope this helps.

Jimmy