I have two evaders and a Losi xxxt. I have broken parts on the evader, buy a new one, send the broken one in and in 7-10 days have the replacement. I have a box full of brand new parts and probably won't have to buy parts for a long time.

I had quite a few evader parts break at first, now that I know how to drive very seldom break any. Plus the early parts were defective plastic. I don't believe I have ever broken a replacement part made of the proper plastic.

The associated is a better all around truck. If you can afford it go with it. The evader will give you a lot of fun in your backyard however.