Traxxas as a first Nitro should be a good start. Its hobby grade stuff like it was stated earlier. If you go thru the right steps, read thru the forums you should be in great shape. I have a Traxxas Jato and Revo Platinum both running 3.3 engines and never really had no issues.. Great start for me. Once you pick which vehicle you like best.. follow your instructions and have fun once you run a few gallons you will end up switching or modding ... have fun...