ORIGINAL: K5YAC

I agree, if you were to compare Tamiya to the precision or performance found in a tricked out 1980s RC-10, Tamiya would come up short every time. But for $150-$200, Tamiya offered quality built cars and trucks that could take a pretty good beating. No question about it, my Kyosho Ultima would pee all over the Wild One, but I had about six-hundred 1987 dollars in the Ultima... it was a well balanced and strong running car.

Sure, everyone wanted a world class RC-10, but Tamiya has probably introduced more people to RC that any other product line. Are some models a little clunky? Without a doubt... friction shocks and solid rear axles are pretty low tech, but they are all a lot of fun, especially when compared to the department store offerings.

Glad you enjoyed looking at it.