"The HPI Baja: the original, and still the best!" HPI I remember first seeing the baja 5b in 2008. Here we are in 2023 and this thing is still pure joy :) Hope you all enjoy the video !
Loved mine. Going to have to get another one now that they re-released them. Just wish they had that same pipe. I liked how light it was and protected vs the larger tuned pipes.
I have one that is mint as well. Back in 2011 I was President of the more money than brains club. Anyway I started buy every hop up part from all the manufacturers like Turtle Racing and Fast Eddy. I stopped counting when I passed 4K at Dave’s Motor sports. My buggy has everything from a slipper clutch to carbon fiber brakes. The only part that is stock is the motor. I did add a tuned pipe to it however. I bought so much stuff for that buggy. I got several sets of tires and engine parts but sadly I have never used any of it.
I can relate, too much money and no time to enjoy it. Mine is a Rovan from 2014, I used it maybe 4 times, I took it apart last week, inspected and cleaned it and put it back in shape to run it now that I have dome time.
I have the Baja 5b with the Kraken body, very well used, 5 years ago it just stopped running, going through all the normal routines to get it up and running, seems the issue is in the ignition system, got it to run today for like 30 seconds, getting close, hopefully I’ll have some fun tomorrow. Have a Losi 5t Gen 1, and a Kraken Vekta, the Baja is by far my fav.
the 23cc has been great on these if you go to 30cc the car stability is gonne digg harder spins faster and jumps not so good can go faster whit a 23cc most time love tis car 2
i bought mine in 2007, still have it and still going strong!
How much is a brand new one worth? I got mine in 2008, and never used it.
@@michaelharvest931 wow, still in the box? Could be worth a couple of thousand now being an original 5B!
She’s looking awesome ! I love mine too, original SS from 2010.
How much is a new, unstarted HPI Baja 5 b in the RTR D Box 2 version worth today?
Great words in the end! Taking care always pays out
Loved mine. Going to have to get another one now that they re-released them. Just wish they had that same pipe. I liked how light it was and protected vs the larger tuned pipes.
It's so awesome looking. It's so similar to a full size sand rail. Super cool form factor. Every time I see one I drool. Great run! 👍🏆
Just pulled my original out too. It’s still a freaking beast.
I have one as well bought back in 2014, and starts eveytime….amazing quality and im sure it will go down for many many years for sure.
looks so good
The undisputed king of RC's mine still has the og 23cc bottom end from the block, the head was modified to a 26cc, it revs and pulls!
I have one that is mint as well. Back in 2011 I was President of the more money than brains club. Anyway I started buy every hop up part from all the manufacturers like Turtle Racing and Fast Eddy. I stopped counting when I passed 4K at Dave’s Motor sports. My buggy has everything from a slipper clutch to carbon fiber brakes. The only part that is stock is the motor. I did add a tuned pipe to it however. I bought so much stuff for that buggy. I got several sets of tires and engine parts but sadly I have never used any of it.
I can relate, too much money and no time to enjoy it. Mine is a Rovan from 2014, I used it maybe 4 times, I took it apart last week, inspected and cleaned it and put it back in shape to run it now that I have dome time.
this thing is mint!!! i would keep it stock if i were you, you very rarely find og beauties like these
How much is a new, unstarted HPI Baja 5 b in the RTR D Box 2 version worth today?
I have the Baja 5b with the Kraken body, very well used, 5 years ago it just stopped running, going through all the normal routines to get it up and running, seems the issue is in the ignition system, got it to run today for like 30 seconds, getting close, hopefully I’ll have some fun tomorrow. Have a Losi 5t Gen 1, and a Kraken Vekta, the Baja is by far my fav.
Moves well for being a big ol’ beast.
Mines in the attic, need to dig it out and have a bash again, ohhh and its got a obr 28cc race motor 😊
Cool 👍
Yes she is beautiful.
I always have a good time with my 5b I’m doing a new build now
Top 🔝 👍🔝👍
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Mine is still in great great shape.Original low "mileage"
Awesome 💪🏻
Nice nice nice nice nice nice video ❤❤❤❤
How much is a new, unstarted HPI Baja 5 b in the RTR D Box 2 version worth today?
Is your spring rate high enough?
Hello, how do I know if it is made in Amerima or China?
the 23cc has been great on these if you go to 30cc the car stability is gonne digg harder spins faster and jumps not so good can go faster whit a 23cc most time love tis car 2
Can anyone tell me how much a brand new 2008 baja 5b 23cc prebuilt is worth?
what do you think of ALX ENGINES ?
I don’t really have much experience with ALX
I have a mint HPI Baja 5B with $10K Of Upgrades that isn't even broken-In !
10k? What the hell u got done to that thing
Everything and a very expensive Built engine 9HP!
Drives like a drunk cricket
Lmao....This was the very worst rc vehicle I've ever owned....A damn money pit!!!!
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I have mine since 2007 as a kit i built it myself still working perfectly everything is original 😮 and Im enjoying every time i can . 😊🎉❤
I mean yeah everything is a money pit if you go and buy every aftermarket piece of aluminum you can
Willbe gone, They will remain ❤❤ 😢😢
Yeah that hit a little bit in the feels. Hopefully the future generations get to enjoy them
Mi hpi is purple 🟣 its old n still driving it 30 cc motor is plenty of fun