@ecardo check out my 1/8 electric build in the buggy build section of the forum. Most people on a tight budget can definitely do it, u just gotta know where to look for parts and also know a little about building kits. When i get the money im gonna get the mamba monster for it.
I reject your reality, and blow it up with C4.
My Garage:
Losi 8ight 2.0 E
Losi XXX-SCT
Associated B4.1 Worlds edition