RE: Next Step!!!
For electric in that size I'd say either the Trex 600E or TT E620. For glow there's a lot more choices but the TT Raptor 50 Titan, Trex 600N (or pro) and JR Vibe 50 are all great.
As for parts, are you close to a good hobby shop? What do they stock? Or do you have to order online?