I can understand where you're coming from. My story is a bit different, but with the same outcome. I was almost killed when someone stole the keys to my car back in 2008. Long story short, i jumped into the car to stop him and he took off and then crashed at 100mph. In a matter of a few seconds, I lost a car that meant more than any words i can say here, I lost my job, and nearly my life. As I sat home recovering and unable to do very much, I began looking for a way to put my...well, anger to something positive. I checked out rc aircraft and nearly bought one. I decided against it when I saw some very beautifully build rc planes meet their doom on youtube. I realized that they could only be flown at designated places and they are not somethign to do year round anyway. I notcied on a website that there were rc tanks. Well, the rest is history. It may not be a 10-second street car, but they fill a void in my life for now. I met some of the best people I have ever known through this hobby, and for that reason alone, it is something I'll never regret getting involved with.