very new to the RC world, insights needed!

[vivablackeyed]

hey everybody,

i have been interested in rc cars for a while and was in a Pawn Shop today and saw a SMT on-road(i think) nitro in there for $200 (AUD), it looked like it was in pretty good condition and $200 is alot cheaper than i have seen some R/C's go for in hobby shops..

i dont think id ever race them, just more of a fun hobby to bash it around on the weekend.

what i am getting at is, do i need more than just some petrol and the controller(with batteries) to run it and are SMT cars any good?

any info will be great, thanks!

 

[ninnon]

I'd read this through fully before considering buying one:
https://www.rcnitrotalk.com/forum/threads/nitro-rc-beginners-guide.68224/
Once you've read that through, come back to us and we'll help you find the right RC for you.

 

[Greywolf74]

Id try to stick with name brand kits and I wouldnt want to buy one from a pawn shop either. Especially as a beginner buying used is more often than not a frustration that can quickly kill interest in the hobby for new people.