trf501x

[viking252200]

Hello all,

Firstly, I'm a virgin to oOple so be gentle..

A couple of days ago, I went to my LHS to pick up a few things for my rally car.
We started talking about buggies and he mentioned that he had a NIB Tamiya trf501x just sitting there and if I wanted it, I could have for the equivalent of 70 euros...that sounded like a good deal, so I handed over the cash and went straight home and started building the car.

I have to say that it is a very beautiful car, it seems a shame to run it..nahh!

Now, I know that the 501 is an older car and it has be succeeded by the 511, so before I start spending money on it, I just wanted your opinions on it..

Is it still a viable choice for club level?
Any major problem areas I should be aware of?

Any information, help, hints or tips will be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely
Brian
Tokyo