I run a CRC T-fource and a Corally SP12M Ahoniemi euros spec. Both excellent cars. It's pretty tough to make a bad choice when it comes to the new 1/12th scale cars, they're all good for the most part... As for motors, in stock the Monster is seems to be the overwhelming choice, I switch back and forth between a Monster and a Roar stock. If you're just getting into 1/12th scale for the first time I'd suggest starting with stock class if at all possible. If your local track only has a 19T class then the C2 and Atlas based 19 turns seem popular.