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Undoubtedly a Baron is a bit tight if you have 2 big dudes upfront---the 310/340--that is not really an issue. I have a friend who brokers aircraft and I was going to ask him about the red tape and cost involved. Yours appears quite nice and well equipped.

One such as the topic of this thread appear to be basically what we are looking for, though having been nailed twice on overhauls--ideally lower time and age--well, I tend to put a big value on those. The avionics are acceptable. I did not realize the N registration was so pricey. This plane shows very nice in the photos.

Hell, I thought they were all electric.

Wow what a panel.

This has not sold? I am in the wee early stages of looking. Have mostly flown Barons/310s/340s and am in the mood for reasonable speed on less gas and less maintenance--so Mooneys appear to perhaps be a viable option. I have only ever been in a Rocket Mooney--ages ago---quick but it was my impression that it was surprisingly heavy on the controls---much like 310/340--and absolutely nothing like a Baron or V-tail

Its probably easier to exclude those who you do not want to do business with. From my experience, the mechanics and avionics guys are the worst thing about aviation ownership.

I like the paint job. Hell, I like all of it--the panel too. Would not be overly thrilled about 165K, but perhaps that is just the going rate. My most recent time has been spent in C55s/310s, but have pondered Mooneys as a replacement. Would certainly want one with a lycoming engine if possible.

Great looking panel and plane.

Maybe she is just "big boned"?

Wow, that sounds like quite a ride.

60K seems like a lot to pay---for a problem. No thanks. That money would be better in #BTC to me.

Having had plenty of issues with planes that were up and running--this project would financially scare me. And frankly, I would not want the hassle and all the delay in trying to bring it back to life. Time is your most precious asset. You might be different, but unless your budget is forcing you into such a project--avoid it. As others might suggest, the value of the plane would be basically scrap value-engine core sort of stuff. The idea of having to deal with an overhaul and dealing with avionics guys and APs for probably one year plus---sounds like nothing but an aggravation. Perhaps its like I was told about Ferraris--the most expensive one is a cheap one.