Nitro RC buggy Condor Pro - will it run?

Helping out a friend to get an ACME condor Pro nitro RC buggy running.
This 1/10 scale radio controlled buggy with nitro engine is from circa 2003 and looks in good condition - however its not been running for almost 20 years! Will it start? and will it drive??

[@JimJimmyJimone]

Now that’s what I call an RC video #keepupthegoodwork #awesome

[@RCadventuresUK]

Cheers 👍

[@favulus1]

Great video! I love seeing vintage nitro.

[@RCadventuresUK]

Hi, thanks for the comment and I agree - this one is still good buggy, with a couple of new servos and updated radio it’ll be great for years to come.
The only downside with these vintage nitro RC’s are spare parts!!

[@ofnaguycarlwatts8602]

Wassup 👊 ❓ why wouldn't you break it in since it's like New. I'm curious ❓

[@RCadventuresUK]

Hi, my friend had been using the buggy many years ago. I’ve made the assumption it was broken in correctly at that time. However it’s probably worth me checking as I’ll probably give it a tune next time I run it which may include leaning the engine out

[@ofnaguycarlwatts8602]

@@RCadventuresUK Right on.i inspect new or Old Engine especially Old vintage stuff. I have found surface rust before. I inspect what the eye can see. 👊