My father in Law just got the new E-Maxx, and I really envy the water resistance. If you live in a dry area, that's no big deal. I know the trasmission is set up for brushless, but is it set up for the Velineon VXL system and can it handle higher output from a high voltage unsensored brushless system? I can't answer that one. Sounds like the water issue is not a concern for you, go with the E-Maxx. The new suspension handles really well.