I, like many, have been lurking for a over year learning about Mooneys prior to purchase. I have M20F and M20J time from many many years ago and am finally in a life position to purchase to an airplane and a Mooney is what fits the bill. Even though I have spent my career flying, this will be my first aircraft purchase and am trying to avoid expensive mistakes I have watched others make. Here is a new listing that interest me and would like to solicit any advice from veteran Mooney owners:
https://indyairsales.com/current-inventory/aircraft/1990 Mooney M20J - N1077U/
My concerns: Very recent gear up landing, however this resulted in a freshly OH engine and prop which is a benefit I believe. It also spent its early life at FlightSafety, my guess as a complex trainer meaning it has seen significant student abuse. A life in FL also could mean some corrosion?
It is in the price point that I am comfortable, I know you buy the airframe only once and this one is slightly checkered. Do any of you Mooney experts see something I should be leery of? I am aware in this sellers market I will need to act quickly as I anticipate it will sell within days.
