You CAN buy a 2 speed for the Hyper 7 though Only problem is it likes to shift in the air and tends to be hard on some parts of the car. But same happens with the MTs so whatever

Though I suggest this here:

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXMVT4&P=0

Best of both worlds

If you want one that's more race-oriented, try this one out:

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXLUJ0&P=0

If you do decide to go for a buggy though, it sounds like the Hyper 7 PBS is the one for you.