Hello everybody! I know this set is older, but due to the rising demand for RC buggy motors, or sets that include them, i decided to do this review!
Here is a Picture of the Box:
Next, Lets go to the specs:
Year Released: 2003
Set Number: #8367
Set Name: "Hot Flame RC"
Set Theme: Lego RC Racers
Parts Count: 257
Where sold: EXCLUSIVELY at Radio Shack
Retail Price: $49.99 USD
Average Ebay/Brickink Price: $99.99-$159.99
Now that we are done with that, lets go over the contents:
First, there is the partslist:
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As you can see, there are only 257 pieces. That is because the set's main backbone is the Lego RC Components. However, it does make a very rigid base.
Now, lets move on to the RC Pieces!!!
A short few pics of the parts:
2X RC Buggy Motors
1X Remote
1X Steering Unit
2X Antenna
2X Wires, 15L
2X Steering Arms
Pros of the RC System: VERY Fast, cool black color scheme, and 2outputs
Cons of the RC System: NO AUXILLARY OUTPUT, 20min runtime, not much torque, awkward shape of motors
Overall: It could have been better of they included a AUX output on the RC unit, but the sheer speed just outweighs most of the cons. I hope you invested in rechargeable AA's...
Okay. Now, let's move on to the three models:
•Wheelie model: Basically, the suspension in the rear is floppy, and when you go in reverse, and jam on the throttle foreword, the suspension tucks under, popping a wheelie. This model is only good for that. No street racing...
•Drift model: This set includes a pair of plastic slicks for drifting. Snap them on the speed model and, you have a uncontrollable ride. You can't jam the throttle forewarn without spinning out of controll. You would be lucky to get up to full speed if you slowly eased it up there...
Oh, and also the left and right auxiliary triggers cause the wheels to do a forward-back motion on one side or the other to cause the car to spin out. Don't build this model, unless you like uncontrollableness... I almost drifted this down our storm drain!!!
•Speed model: basically the drift model without the stupid plastic tyres. It is the simplest and best model of the set. I like it because it uses the faster output axle of the RC motor, which makes the car very quick
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Overall: I seemed a bit disappointed with the set. It was smaller than I expected, the stunt models didn't work well at all, and it does not have the AUX output on the RC unit! But, it is the cheapest of the three Lego RC Racers sets. And, the price difference between a NEW one of these and buying all of the RC components on bricklink, it is about the same amount. So, I would say, if you can find a good deal in eBay for this set, grab it. I bought mine for $99.99USD MISB:) and that is a deal you shouldnt pass up. So, be on the lookout for these, and check brickset.com for eBay and Bricklink listings!