Originally posted by deryckere
So, it's not really a Gas vs Glow issue here...it's a guy wanting to get into GAS, and just trying to find the best plane to put it in...without braking the bank, of course. 
Mark
If you decide to take the step into gassers in the 25-27% range you might as well plan on spending $1200-1500 at least.
I have a BME44 in a 27% CA Extra 300L and I love the combo so far. I have only 6 flights on it but I can already tell this is going to be one fine flying machine. Add in the fact that it's only 13.5lbs, compaired to my DP Extra using same motor was 16.5lbs thats a huge difference and it shows.
If you don't mind building I'd say get a CA Extra but if your looking for an ARF you can't beat Dave Patricks Extra or the Great Planes one. They are going to be heavier than some others but a quick and inexpensive way to get a plane of this size. Drop in a ZDZ50, BME50 or a DA50 and have a blast.