@Billy423uk: ...i think i got into the 3d thing too late.......

To become head animator at Pixar, or top rigger at I.L.M. you are probably a little late. The commercial side is full to bursting with young want to be's. It is a very hard field to crack.

On the other hand, if you just want to create for your own pleasure, it is never too late.  

I learned 3ds max at 42. Wings and Blender at 44. Silo at 45.

As well as giving MAYA, C4D, RHINO, and VUE a go.

...too late... NEVER