sdp30

I am wanting to get a 1/8 scale buggy and i would like to keep it under $300 but know more than $350. I would mainly be racing at my buddies track so its not real organized. how ever i would like to get into club racing as well.Can you guys give me some good ideas on what i should invest in
thanks

texaschilidog

Your not going to find somthing reliable for 300-400,your going to get it and not be satisified.
Plus if you actually get into racing you'll have to upgrade later.

46u

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A good pro kit is going to cost at least $400 or more and this is with out engine, pipe, servos or radio!

sdp30

if this price range is imposable to race with than what would be a good buggy to start with in this range.

annie_himself

The CEN Matrix RTR is good for starters at $330-$350.

rcboxer

you can find some good used kits on ebay for that price.

Harvz

I'll take $300 for my Mugen MBX5 Prospec roller. PayPal only

Harvz

+ shipping

If you're interested contact me asap because it is for sale locally and also on ebay.

sdp30

The matrix looks very intrestin the only thing i was wondering is if the 75cc fuel tank creates a problem when your racing.

K_B

I would go with a used buggy over a Matrix any day. I know I couldn't finish a race on 75cc. I believe 125cc is standard for racing.

ehartman_49348

You could look at a TeamVTX VTX-B1. We are running a few at our track and the chassis is pretty good. The motor is ok, but won't last. The only thing bad about the RTR is the radio, but that is the case with a lot of them. Check with Steve at RC Nation (www.rc-nation.com) for a good price. Should go for under $300 for the RTR.

magbarn

AFAIK the matrix has a standard 125ml tank. Correct me if I'm wrong.

MiamizFinest

Never mind

Jammin Jake

Just go get u used jammin on ebay or even a losi..ive seen used losi 8ights that have been used a couple of times go for about what your askin..but Harvz mugen pretty nice for 300 if i had the dough id get that..

Harvz

[:@]My post has been deleted. RCU said "Reason:Attempting to sell in discussion forums"

sdp30

After researching i decided to narrow down the search. I probaly cant get a Racing competative buggy out of the box for my budget but i have to start some where so heres what i narrowed my picks down to. Please let me know what you think is the best choice?

CEN Matrix C-1 RTR

GS Racing Storm CL-1 RTR

THunder tiger EB4 s2 or s3 RTR

Ofna Ultra lx one RTR

Hot bodies Lightning 2 sport RTR

Ok this should do it thanks.

dbuggyracer

the matrix is the best one out of all those cars by far.

46u

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Yes I agree the CEN out of what you have listed is the best but once again it is only a RTR.

46u

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It is all plainly stated in there polices you agree to when signing up! [sm=spinnyeyes.gif]

TGreg

i can vouch that the matrix is pretty the best NIB buggy you can get under $400. the differences between the pro kit and the RTR are minuet. plus the radio that comes with it is probably the second best next to the Spektrums that come with Losi/Sportwerks.

If you need anyhelp getting it running good ill help as much as possible, as will other people on here.

sdp30

Thanks guys for all the help but when i went into my LHS i went over all of the options for buggys and decided to go Truggy ( Dosent it always work differntly than you planned lol). I origonaly wanted a buggy but went truggy because of the track i want to race at dosent race buggys just truugy class. The guy that was helping me out went over all of the things i was concerned about and instead of talking me into some high priced truggy he sold me a VTX-ST1. The thing that amazed me was after he showed me the losi eight and the vtx the major upgrade the losi had on it compared to the vtx was the shocks.I couldnt believe it my self but for the price difference i couldnt pass it up. Once again thanks for the help

vega3410

I would also look at vtx buggy. I have one and it's basically the same as a mugen but a cheaper version. It has decent power but the radio isn't that great. I use the servos but not the receiver or transmitter. I have about 2 gallons on mine and still running strong. i have the truggy also.

sdp30

Yes this is a great truggy ive just broke it in and im already happy with it. The radio does suck and is cheap but the servos are good. But thats ok i figure i will pick up a spektrum radio latter in the year and i still will have less into the truck than a losi eight

46u

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Time will tell!
Have fun!

jatoracing33

46u, i mite hav heard this from you.........

fast, reliable, cheap
pick 2