A classic in the World Rally as an RC Car

before buying I informed myself on the Tamiya Homepage on the model. After a review of the building instructions, which can be downloaded from the homepage of Tamiya, I have decided the XBS version to buy. I wanted to get started right away and not only 1-2 weeks to assemble the model. I was not disappointed.

Packing:
Unpacking proved somewhat difficult. In the blister pack, the assembled model incl. The remote control with several cable ties included. These must first be solved with side cutters.

Quality:
The Quailität the model leaves no wishes unfulfilled. The workmanship is very good. There are no loose parts available. You can see that it has been assembled by professionals. The remote control makes at first sight a rather 'cheap' impression. However, you learn to appreciate the light weight on longer journeys by car very. Overall, the remote control is very good in the hand, the handling is precise. However, I have no comparison. Who a 2.4 GHz remote control is expected disappointed.
The bodywork is unfortunately a little too hard. In other words: if the car goes head is accidentally in the initial phase with pace against the curb, breaking the bodywork at the front at the corners. I suspect that is related to the 'anti-plasticizer-hype' together. In addition, the TT-01E Chassi obtained in the XBS variant as a base.

Driving Report:
Just this: who was allowed a original Lancia Delta Integrale HF Turbe drive ever is noted that the driving behavior, so the road holding, are very similar. Both, both the original and the model, stick to the road. The all-wheel drive makes precise driving possible. Whether gravel, asphalt or short cut grass. The 4500 mA battery keeps the engine built almost 45 min (Felt 1.5 hrs.). The car responds quickly and accurately to the remote control.

Summary:
A qualitätiv very good car with enormous fun factor. Since this is a Orignal Tamiya kit, also several tuning parts can be bought. I have been to buy a second set of studded tires and more powerful engine is now already under way. I can only recommend to anyone this model to buy. In addition, you can also assemble different body centering will. (Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Evo 3, BMW M3, etc.)