Newbie - Any offers of knowledge sharing, guidance & assistance appreciated!

[KevD]

 Hi All

 

Brand new to RC cars (aside to a Tamiya Grasshopper as a kid, 35 years ago!), so looking for some guidance and advice for buying 'first' RC.

 

Initial interest in Traxxas brand as build quality seems to be good - Bandit, Big Foot, Rustler and Stampede in the mix until I can distinguish more understanding of each (others also considered ATM!)...

 

I will be a casual/ fun user (with my 12 year old son) so just reliving an itch from my youth and having fun., no desire or experience in the engineering and build, so low maintenance 'plug and play' models are the ideal solution here please.  I had originally budgeted around £200 but recognise (if new) I will probably be nearer double this! 😞

 

I am not yet clear on the various charger and battery types, so any advise / recommendations on these appreciated!   Is the difference charge and running time, or somewhat more complex than this?

 

If any users on here have some well maintained 2nd hand models they are looking to part with then interested in offers...

 

Thanks in advance!!!

 

Kev

Edited January 6, 2023 by KevD

[James.S]

Hello mate, welcome to the forum 

[KevD]

👍

[Alex97]

Welcome, starting three threads asking the same question is a bit much. 

 

Traxxas is a good starting point however no doubt you'll want two cars (one each) so either getting the same car or a car that shares spares would be a good idea. 

[KevD]

Initially I will get one and see how 'addictive' it is 🙂

 

Good heads up though, makes sense to have same/compatible models if getting a 2nd one, also wasn't sure if everyone saw all posts, or just select chats.  No need to post anymore it seems!!!

[Stormbringer]

Hi and welcome to the forum 

[KevD]

Thanks!