the hyper boxes are ok but if you can get your hands on a thunder tiger starter box probably the best thing they have ever made
.mine was $110 for my lhs[the prospec 1].you shouldnt need any spares as the hyper 7 is extremely strong you should get a screw set though and a nice steering servo.you should also get some tires if you plan on racing.if you describe your surface youll be running on i can help you out with tire choice
good luck