Wing Ding,
He said $250 complete. The package you're sterring him too will still require another $75 to $100 for fuel and field equipment.

I agree with the "used" recommendations. If you try to buy new for your budget, you're going to end up with junk that won't fly well. You WILL need instructions to get going, unless you want to destroy that $250 investment., so a local club is your best bet.

Good luck, and Welcome!
Dennis-