RE: Which ARF for $100
The phoneix FUNSTAR i've got sound like what you're after. i've got a magnum 52 on it.
Goldberg EXTREME profiles are also sweet...as far as profiles go, i've seen a mojo and i think it takes the cake.
i had a Magic Extra,, it flew great but the covering turned into streamers pretty quick,, i think now they use monocote.
it's very thin in the wing saddle area, and you almost have to beef it up... but i think it's a really cool plane you may like,,
it has that thick fun fly wing, but a long, thin fuse that helps it to pattern (sport) really well..
the twist is cool, but its moment is too short.. kinda squirrly.. (don't hate me twist fans!)
one thing about a $99 ARF... you gotta fly it like you stole it!!