Bako

just recently watched some videos on youtube with rc cars, i really want to get one, but there are a few things which are must have's..

* i dont want them allready assembled
* i want it nitro powered
* i want the real car style body shells
* i dont really want to spend more then £250 for the initial car

any ideas if there is a nitro car that meets these?

racer53

could someone translate the money to dollars

locked

iTrader: (1)

I think that is probably GBP (British Pounds)

250 GBP is currently worth just under $400 USD


Nitro is not usually recommended for a first RC. I'll refrain from commenting further on this though because I'm rather biased against nitro.

blis

Consider the nitro aspect alone to begin with...

Glow plugs, starter, fuel, air filter, tuning tools, flywheel extraction, flywheel tightening and a clutch, and for those in the know, you know what I mean.

Then, you have to afterrun them, clean and maintain them, sure it's a puzzle and accomplishment to fix a pullstarter as it explodes like a "Jack in the box", then you want a starter box, so more upkeep.

I'd consider looking into a 4WD or 2WD electric as a starting point, you need chargers for nitro too, so you can build up kit then get a nitro.

If you're truely into enjoying a nitro then consider buying a complete ex-racers kit from the "for sale" threads

We have both EP and GP, both have there challenges, both most satisfying when dialed in. EP isnt cheap either, but the costs are car related and not kit.



It's not so much the car

blis

hehe... I'd agree .. but...

There's something dynamic about hearing, smelling and enjoying the sound of combustion, where as while the EP delivers power and pace, electricity is an invisible force and they stink the track out a lot more when they blow smoke.

Hate that smell!

Big Vic

Is there a reason for wanting nitro?

Bako

not to sure, i just prefer nitro coz they seem like the most fun to work on, i dont mind it being difficult to build as thats the most fun part for me. i was just wondering what would be the best brand to go for? (looking for one with lots of upgrades readly availible. the main reason i dont want to start with electric is because i will end up spending a good £300 on it and would prefer to just spend it on the nitro one. thanks for all the replys all a great help

waggaclint

iTrader: (10)

I think if you keen on Nitro youl find it very hard to find a KIT in your price range, you might be better of going for a RTR from say TRAXXAS or HPI did you want an On-road or Off-road vehicle...

MindThoughts

iTrader: (19)

You may want to see what your local hobby shop carries. This will make it easier for you to buy parts if and when you need parts.

I use to race Nitro a few years ago and switched to electric power. The cost of maintaining my electric 1/8th scale buggy is a small fraction compared to maintaining a Nitro Powered RC. I use to burn two gallons per day of fuel and that alone was about fifty dollars just for the fuel. Now I buy batteries and they last years and the recharge cost is very very low. I'm not going to talk about electric anymore. You asked about Nitro Power- I would see what's available locally- to you. call your local hobby shops and see what they stock. This is where I would start. And keep in mind- If you buy a RTR ready to run buggy or truck- you can still take it all apart and rebuild it to your specification and style and preference(and body). And this way you can improve it- or at least set it up to your specific needs in terms of shock oils and diff fluids. I hope this helps you. And keep in mind- Electric will cost a little more to start off- but cost much much less to maintain in the long term. This is my experience. Let us know which model you end up buying and how you like it after a few weeks of running it. Thank you for your questions and we wish you luck with your experience.

Bako

U guys have been a great help, thankyou all
for your repys. In most of the hobby shops i went
to they only have thunder tiger nitro cars, are these anygood? As the rest
of rc cars tgey have are
the buggy style, and im looking for the real car
body shells.

spooky 1

iTrader: (1)

Look into one of the RTR 1/8th GT cars like the Inferno GT2 or Ofna DM-1. These are great cars and have tons of upgrades around. They are two speed nitro street. Here in the states they sell for around $400.

KEV G

+1 on that

Fortega95

You shood get a hpi rs4 it comes with motor and servos i think