RE: Easy to drive truggy
All the top brands are good. People say Mugen are more "forgiving" I think. You have the weak A-arm problem with Mugens though...
But honestly, in terms of how it drives, that has a lot to do with how you set it up.. I loved my RC8T, and want a new one too actually..
Depends on so many factors. Budget, LHS parts availability, what do the locals run(I've learned this really does matter. Having a bunch of locals with setup knowhow, parts maybe if you need them in a pinch, etc.., is really an advantage not to be underestimated..)
So if there are several Mugens for ex., at your local track, get a Mugen. Or Hot Bodies, Losi, Associated, Serpent, whatever it may be...