dex210 rtr as a christmas present?

[davidmog99]

Hi. My friend wants to buy an rtr for his son for christmas and im pointing him towards the 210 rtr as it looks great value at the price. His max budget is £250 including batteries and charger. Not looking to buy used as its a gift.
I believe he wants to race it. Anyone have any experience with the car? Advice on spares or weak points?
I have never had a durango im usually an associated and schumacher man but nothing else seems as good for the budget.
Any advice much appreciated. Thanks