RE: Best choice for second plane
We had one Colt at our field. Seemed to be quite heavy for its size. Had to land quite 'hot'. I do not think I would recomended it as a second plane. His also so had a very bad habit of nosing over but balance may have been to far forward.
There are plenty of kits and arf's out there besides the 4*, though I loved mine (RIP), that would make a good second plane.
Happy Hunting
Dave