Our Granite 3s is a problem child. I get it.
Some people like Trans Ams, I like The Felony. Way, cool. 
The Felony looks like something I would drive.the infraction looks like something ken block would drive
Possibly something from their 6S lineup and you will have a different experience.
I'm on the other end of the spectrum, recently picked up an Arrma Kraton 8s because I just can't stand the look of the Losi DBXL-E and have always preferred truggy looks and hadling. I have been really impressed with it. It's fast, it's nimble, and it's extremely tough. This thing has taken hits like side landings from 20+ feet high at over 50 mph without issue. Evidently there have been a lot of unannounced changes to what people call version 2 that are geared toward durability, like a super beefy rear chassis brace and two-piece upper brace rod. I have only added sway bars and went from the 23T pinion to 28T. Eventually it'll get a Hobbywing Max 4 ESC and 56113 motor, but the small stock can is surprisingly potent.
Like a dig function on a crawler like the scx10iii?
Keep in mind I am new to RC cars, but can say that of the 3 cars I own they all give me a different experience. Also, I run with a friend who also has a lot of cars. Here is what I can say about the ones I have, and experience observed from a friend's lineup. Most are Arrma, not because I am a fanboy, but because they were each on sale so got a good deal.
. I have been trying to get another brand, but every time I start to buy Arrma has a sale. I do admit, I have not looked as much at Traxxas due to their business practices, but have looked at the other brands. Once I get rich, this will be mine.....
I’ll probably get an Arrma next; I just got a mini E-Revo.Keep in mind I am new to RC cars, but can say that of the 3 cars I own they all give me a different experience. Also, I run with a friend who also has a lot of cars. Here is what I can say about the ones I have, and experience observed from a friend's lineup. Most are Arrma, not because I am a fanboy, but because they were each on sale so got a good deal.
Keep in mind I like to jump, and I take my ramp/ramps out every time I go, so my cars take a beating.
1) Typhon 3S - Starting out with one of my favorites. This thing has been bulletproof. It is stable and easy to drive, and when you jump it....you can really get some distance. I have landed every which way with this thing. I have found that my sock ends like to pull out, so have replaced 2 using the ones from the 6S.
2)Vorteks 3S - Better transmitter than the base stuff and integrates some of the smart tech. It is kind of between something like a Granite and a Typhon. You can do some tricks off the ramp, and it handles good. Kind of a jack of all trades, master of none type of car. It is faster than the Typhon. It too has held up well except the body. They attached the wing to the body and not the frame, so every failed jump that hits the wing damages the body. I did hit my truck tire while top ending this car and took off the rear tire and anything attached to it. However, don't think it was designed to wreck at 52.4MPH (was testing top end) without damage. Servo did go out and Horizon Hobby replaced quickly. I did, however, replace with a cheap $15 one from Amazon that I think is better.
3)Kraton 6S - What to say about this one, except is is greatness. It will wheelie on command yet good enough handling. It is just fun to drive and jump. And it too has taken a good beating. Surprised how much they can take.
4) Granite 3S - Not mine, but friends, and the only issue he has had is blown tires. I think he has already gone through 4. Everything else has held up well, and he jumps it often.
All of this to say, I would look at what you want to do next since they all give different experiences. Horizon Hobby is having a sale, and you can get the Granite 3s for $299 USD, Typhon 6S RTR for $459, and the Typhon TLR $569. 19 cars on sale if you are waiting for a deal.
https://www.horizonhobby.com/rc-car...cp_medium=hero-banner&cp_campaign=arrma-getem
Edit: Reading this it looks like I am a huge Arrma fan
https://www.hobbytown.com/losi-dese...-4wd-electric-buggy-fox-los05020v2t1/p1355530
I had a arrma bigrock v3 . I litterly just did the same thing as you. Took off the motor and esc and the shocks. Sold it for 130. Id never buy a arrma 3s or 4s rig again