#TBT Kyosho Turbo Optima 4WD buggy Featured in February 1987

#TBT The February 1987 issue of RC Car Action magazine featured this review of the Kyosho Turbo Optima 4WD buggy. Who rocked one of these buggies back in the day?? Bonus points if you share a picture of your ride below!

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