Good on you for giving the hobby a go
I own a Losi XXX-CR and I like it........we have just bought an Associated B4 and I'm rather impressed by it too.......go with what you think will work for you , not with what others believe is best
and I wouldn't limit just looking at 2WD if I were you......there are some good 4WD cars that won't break the bank , and will give you some great fun
When you get up and running......come over to Keilor and have a go too
Cheers
Shane