I'd not worry about personal transponders just yet, most clubs have handouts. To put it in perspective I have had a PT in my rallycross car since about 2003 ... it made it into my 1/10th 2WD buggy (my main class) for the first time ever on Sunday!
If I were you I'd get the car, the basic electronics (look at the Ansmann ESC, almost exactly a Speed Passion unit .. can even use the same programing box!) and get out and have fun.
As I said before this is where a good shop who understands the difference between a newbie and a national level driver is worth their weight in gold. They will advise what you NEED, and what is a "nice to have". They will treat you right as they want your repeat business.
As I have said give JE Spares (Ryan / Stu) a call and talk it over with them, very helpful and friendly guys. In the highly unlikely event, especially as you have chosen and Ansmann car, that JE can not help you along the right path get in touch with one of the other shops whos owners post on here. Those guys are in the know and will be only to happy help. MK Racing (Mark) and DMS (Darren) are examples.
There is absolutely no need to spend a fortune to get going at club level, 1/10th RC has never been cheaper in real terms than it is at the moment! The important thing is to get on track, find out what you like and what you don't and then work from there. For example having the right tires for £16 a set will make you much more competative than the latest greatest Lipo battery at £95.
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02-11-2010
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