I know I'm thread mining here but FWIW, TCR bought me into the hobby. Not because I thought about starting racing and then thought TCR was the class for me. To be honest, I saw a YouTube video on one and found it really appealing as an on-road car to have/build/drive, for someone that has never had an on-road car before. I don't think TCR is necessarily the best for beginner racers. The best class for beginners is letting beginners bring along whatever car they already have with a welcoming attitude, they will invest in the hobby if it is enjoyable. I think the Kyosho class is the best I've seen for beginners.