Morpet Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 I'm looking to get a new 1/8 buggy not to worried on cost. I've been looking around and keep coming up with two losi 8ight and hobao hyper 7. Is there any other really good ones I'm missing? I'm gonna be using it for racing and would prefer a kit if any of you guys have either of these two or something else would like your opinions. Cheers Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisknights Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 sworkz buggys are good buggy and i run the leccy version , but then the new losi 3 thats out looks amazing on the track and well built and easy to work on , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 4, 2014 Author Share Posted July 4, 2014 I recognise that name u from Sussex bashers? I'll take a look at sworkz but I'm very tempted by the losi especially as they seem on offer everywhere. Any idea why this could be? Always worries me when stuff goes on offer lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisknights Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 i run with sussex bashers yeah , you will find that when a new model comes out , i.e the losi 8 3.0 all the older versions go on sale , i run at the herts sunday just gone on the srs and the losi where kicking ass aroud the track and the track is amazing as well , well worth the trip and days racing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 4, 2014 Author Share Posted July 4, 2014 The losi I was looking at is the 3 is there a 4 coming out then? I'm hoping to get to more events soon haven't been on one yet can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisknights Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 get one ,and come to adur offroad events , http://www.adurrc.org/index.php/how-to-find-our-offroad-track Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 4, 2014 Author Share Posted July 4, 2014 I think I'll do that cheers mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisknights Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 next meet is july 20th , even if you havent got a car , pop along and have a look , http://www.adurrc.org/index.php/calendar/year.listevents/2014/07/04/- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 4, 2014 Author Share Posted July 4, 2014 I'll do my best not got real car at the min so gonna be awkward Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit_bulldog Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 If Money is no Object the Best car has to be the Kyosho MP9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 8, 2014 Author Share Posted July 8, 2014 The inferno? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HYPER-BOY Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Have a look at the Serpent Cobra 811 buggy too, brilliant piece of kit. Light and excellent chassis. Oh I have one for sale in the classifieds too! (brilliant cross selling). But seriously, they are great and there is the V2 of these. TBH there are a few to think about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 8, 2014 Author Share Posted July 8, 2014 I know I'm confused lol. I've already got a ansmann virus 3.0 kit I recently built so I might try that in a race first. I can't find any reviews or anything on them really so I have no idea if it will be competitive or not. Has anyone seen these race or got one themselves? I do really like it seems well built but as it's my first buggy I have nothing to compare it too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugen mark Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 thing with the buggys,is what suit your driving stlye,not the car,the sworks,mp9,losi 3,mugen all brillant race cars,but need the knowlegde to set them up for different tracks.so since money no object pick one of the big names,race it and then decide what lacking in your car,there no buggy that the best or the fastest,just the drivers and set up that make a difference,best advice is go to a race meeting talk to drivers your be racing against.get your 1st buggy and engine,then decide 6 months down the line,what you really need 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit_bulldog Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 The inferno? Yes Inferno MP9 TKI3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 If you look at race results then I guess the Hot Bodies D812 is probably the best out there. I run an Sworkz and at my club(ledbury) they are very popular despite the slagging they get. But as somebody has already said, its personal preference. I moved from an associated RC8.2 to the sworkz and for me they were night and day. Its built like a tank and in 4 rounds all I have damaged is a driveshaft from me getting cocky and hitting a jump flat out. Straight over the jumps, landing hard on the rear wheel and ending up about 30yards away on the wrong part of the track!lol Get to a club, have a look at the cars and speak to the owners. See how easy spares are to get for the buggies and go from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 Cheers mate I think I'll take your advice and get to a couple tracks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Just to add, if you do fancy an sworkz buggy, buy the evo. Its a much improved car over the bk1. If you want one speak to steve at bay racers rc. He is a top bloke and will give you any help you need. Answer rc stock all the parts and they are FAST to deliver and customer service is second to none. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpet Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 I'll take a look now cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netroxen Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 (edited) Best? MP9 Popular in UK Mugen MBX7/6 Manageable Agama A8 Evo FR Handling Sworkz BK1 Evo Popular in UK HB D812 All-rounder XRay XB9/8 (Any model) Durability Durango DNX408 Alien design Just to name a few off the top of my head and in no specific order. However these are all race rollers and I wouldn't suggest bashing them. They're designed to be light and tunable whereas bash buggies are designed to be hard wearing and cheap to repair. As they're bespoke kits parts are more expensive from suppliers, some are more expensive while others are cheaper. I don't think there's a 'best' buggy as they all drive differently, once you start treading into a certain price bracket it's less about quality but more about handling and accessibility. I'd suggest getting down to a local track and talking to the drivers, watch the cars and weigh out your driving style. Edited July 10, 2014 by Netroxen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit_bulldog Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 These Pro End buggies are very durable! more than any bashing type readyset IMHO! The 3 serious ones with Pedigree are The Kyosho the Mugen and the Hotbodies. The Inferno has been the most successful for years on the track at club to Worlds level by a long way! The Mugen is a great option 2nd best in results. The Hot Bodies is good but parts are a problem at present! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit_bulldog Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Look up IFMAR Hall of fame on Wikepedia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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