[Kevan]

I don't buy cars because other folk say they're competitive, I buy cars I like, if they disappoint on the track I do something about it. 

I have one of those but it sits in the 'projects box'.
The SCX pod and brass bearings are a good basis, sleeve the front axle, add ballast, swap out the rear axle and wheels for SlotIt crown and alloys with racing rubber.
I'm not overly fond of the guide setup so that would get replaced with a Slotingplus guide in a suitable mount...and you're racing.