I was offered a Top Flite Sierra 4 channel airplane complete with OS 40 engine and 4 channel Futaba AM radio. This is not the the ARF version, but the kit version. Was told it was only flown once, but currently the prop is hard turn because the engine has been sitting for years. I looked at the plance, and the structure is very good, ribs are perfect, and there no visible signs of a crash, nor are there any weak spots. He is offering it @ $150. I would get a small flight box, a couple of extra props, and some other small pieces.

My question,

Is this a good deal to get started, whereas I get in cheap, maybe have to put in a days work to get it airworthy. Or I am I better off spending the extra money to start off on my own?

Any help is appreciated!!!!