I had an import Warlock as my only guitar for 6 years.I think I got my moneys worth.Only $300.I played and play thrash.That $300 guitar got me the sound I wanted.I could have went and spent 2G's on some custom shop whatever that would have come with all the bells and whistles and improved the sound I was looking for by 1%.Or I could take my "cheap"Warlock and put in some EMGs or a XL-500 and take all the money I saved and buy a nice amp.
It's all about what you need,expect,want,and can afford.