RE: VMAR chipmunk or alternative?
VMAR also made a T-34. And used the same wing as the Chipmunk and Stilleto, so steer clear of that one.
Another model to go look at is the new Phoenix Tucano. It is absolutely superb. Looks great and flies even better.
I have a WM Super Sports 40 (Super Tigre G-51 powered) which has done many, many flights. I love it. But recently I had a fly of the new Phoenix Tucano. Man that really eats my WM SS40 for breakfast. I have decided to buy myself one for Christmas.