New to Mooney Space here, my wife and I are looking to purchase a Mooney M20 E/F. Would love to get our hands on a J model, but I don't think our budget of $50,000-90,000 will allow for that in this current market. Some history about myself, I'm a professional pilot, and we are looking to travel and do longer XCs with the occasional 4 adult hamburger run. I believe we will mostly be flying two adults and one child. We would love one with some kind of Garmin 430 or better and a two-axis auto pilot. If anyone is selling one, please drop the link. We are prepared to buy!
The question I have is about the STC turbo on a couple E models that we are looking at. I am in the understanding that the turbo does increase some level of maintenance and cost. My question would be is it a nightmare that is going to cause anything to become unreliable? Additionally, outside of the fuel tanks, landing gear, AD on some props, and corrosion. What are some other things to pay attention to when looking at these? As well, what are some good shops to take a Mooney to for a pre-buy. Any other info on each of the models would be appreciated.
Thanks much!
