I think a few at Mendip have bought the BSR Basher. It's ready to run for £200, just need to get some batteries.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...arehouse_.html
Not sure how they compare to the Hobao. They usually re-brand an existing car, for instance my BSR 4WD is a Team C. I think the 1/8th maybe a Team C GT8LE according to below.
Theres a big thread here:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2397364