XRAY - Model racing cars

Hi, I'm in the market for a new 1/8th scale buggy to compete this season, and I've been doing a lot of research. Initially I was going to choose the Mugen MBX5R buggy. But someone told me about XRay and the new EC coming out or already out and should check it out.

But from the looks of it, it seems its not out in the states yet. Is there a date and price anyone knows of for it?

Also are there any good sources for replacement parts? Obviously as a racer that's a concern.

It should be in shops in the US within 2 weeks. I hear they were shipped to the US Distributor RC America at the end of last week.

Parts are easily available online at amainhobbies.com , teamhelotes.com , bmainhobbies.com , stormerhobbies.com , and quite a few more shops.