Stetson20

Air Park? I've been looking at those, too. Any lots for sale there? I have to work Sunday, but would love to come pick your brain for an hour or so Saturday if it doesn't interfere with your plans. And drool over your Mooney, of course!

http://www.trade-a-plane.com/search?category_level1=Single+Engine+Piston&make=MOONEY&model=M20J+201&listing_id=2197072&s-type=aircraft Thanks to Matt (Guitarmaster) for his thoughts. Now looking for thoughts from the forum. Reminder that I'm looking for a reliable IFR platform. Most of my flying would be between GRR area and MDW as a commuter for Southwest. The airport where I plan to hangar the airplane has GPS approaches. Occasional pleasure flights with my wife. I know the TT is low for the airplane's age. I plan a thorough pre-buy, to include pulling a cylinder. Anybody recommend a good Mooney specialist near Fairfield NJ? I'm awaiting approval for financing. I have not made an offer on this particular airplane. From discussions with Matt, I am trying to get the most airplane (airframe, powerplant & avionics) for my money- upgrades already completed. I'm not a "tinkerer" and a project plane isn't my thing. Would appreciate any and all thoughts, both pro and con. Also, what would YOU offer the seller- assuming no major deficiencies. Fire away! Roy (Stetson20)

Jason, where in Michigan? I'm looking to buy and have found hangar space @ 6D6 which is 30 NE of GRR. SWA FO here. Congrats on the Mooney! I'm jealous! Roy aka Stetson20

Good luck! Keep posting updates and pics, please!

So you're the quick draw! I called the broker to ask some questions, and he said it had already been purchased. Congratulations!

AH-1 check your messages

Bingo!

Wow this thread took on a life of its own!

B, any luck yet? I'm on the search, too! S20

Crap! More people will become interested in buying one, and the prices will spike!

LOL No offense meant! I got to thinking about the age demographic reading another thread that discussed "When to hang up the spurs" or some such. S20

The car is very famous. Guess what movie!

Yeah but it appears I'm WAY late to the Mooney trade-up game!

About to turn 47. Born Oct 69

Just curious how old our demographic is.

...without UNDUE hardship?

I won't lie. The new pay scales- when ratified- have bearing on my decision to buy a plane. More important, no- MOST importantly; my wife is 100% on board. She knows how long I've wanted to take the plunge. Finally financially where I can do it without hardship.

Drooling over all 3 of these planes!

Maybe I can afford more Also, my brother is a couple blocks from Griffith, IN. That's probably a 30 min drive to the employee lot at MDW. I buy a beater airport car and I'm good to go!

Bob, The problem with partners is flexibility. My schedule changes often and the main reason I'm looking to buy is to use it as a commuter. I've definitely thought about it. S20

My daughter's husband is based in Little Creek. They live in Chesapeake. We try to get out there to see them every couple of months.

Brian, I actually started out Army. 8 years as a Warrant Officer. AH-1 and UH-1. 12 years Navy. T-34, T-45, S-3 and B-707. B-717 and B-737 post military.

Matt check your PMs. Thanks!

Thanks! I basically caught the bug a couple weeks ago. Was flying with a MDW captain and found out he commutes in by airplane from NW Ohio. He flies a Commander 114. Got to talking about the landing fees, fuel prices, etc., at MDW and figured out its more reasonable than I had imagined. And I've always liked the Mooney styling. Trying to restrain myself and take a measured approach to buying. So I am planning on a spring purchase. Plenty of time to educate myself on everything Mooney. My background is military, so I have a limited amount of knowledge on all things civil aviation. However, I joined Mooney Space, AOPA, and Mooney Owners websites. Very excited to embark on this journey!