That was the first car I bought. Engine wasn't that bad to tune. Not much power and that is a pretty heavy truck.
Axles were always bending. I don't know if you are going to be able to get many parts for it. Was some that would work from another truck, but I can't remember what it was.
Best thing you could do...
Run it, but be very easy with it. You will definitely learn how to wrench on one.
Start saving up for a Savage, any of them. If ya have some bucks, look at the Revo. Maybe a name brand buggy? Maybe even an MT2?
Look around. The guys will help ya any way they can.
Not dissing you in any way, but you are going to have a lot of headaches out of that ride.
Find something else. Don't let it make ya quit the hobby.