ORIGINAL: kman43
As well, we might be talking about something that isn't even going to happen. I'm not up to date what so ever with the new Losi RC's. Sticking with the original question- Can I buy a 8ight race roller now and slowly save up $ and purchase servos, starter box, engine and some spare parts now and prepare for next May for the opening track practice days and the start of the races or should I wait to see if a new Losi buggy is going to come out and purchase at the beginning of 2009? Does anyone know if a new one is coming out or am I good to go to purchase now and still have no problem getting parts for the next couple years. So, Furadi, we are both wondering the same thing. I'll probably be impatient and buy one in the next couple weeks. I can't wait till next year are you kidding me. Ha Ha.
Why not?
Even if they do come out with a new one, parts can still be had for quite a while from the aftermarket & eBay.
If you figure up what you will spend on replacements (parts breakage/worn out parts/maintenance), it is usually cheaper in the long run to buy a second kit when you can find a deal on one.
Ebay is an excellent source for parts if you don't like to have a zillion $$$ worth of new parts laying around.
The kit breakers make it easy to have a fairly 'new' ride most of the time.
Thats the way I have been doing it until recently.
My Son is pretty hard on parts, so I just started buying whole cars (new in box) for the parts.
It keeps him racing and lets me get away from the bench more often.....
Anyhow, you can do it however you like, no worries.
Don't be afraid to buy the roller now and build it as $$$$ becomes available.
Thats how most get started in this hobby.
Scott