Yeah - I think I've just looked at the 'best' and assumed that's what I'd need. Of course, I woudn't be any quicker with a £50 ToysRUs car, let alone a factory team car.
Just read this:
http://www.oople.com/rc/photos/b4wife/ Aside from the snazzy paintjob, looks ideal. I don't have to put the best bits on it. Indeed. I could buy second hand cells, motor, etc, etc, 'till the hobby takes a hold of me. Still thinking a kit would be better for me to learn the build/maintenance process.
If I do race, so long as I'm enjoying driving the car, last is fine with me.
:edit: Or ge tthe B4 RTR package, which is a reasonable price, and use that for now, and take things futher, if need be.