WorldWalker88

Thanks for the quick responses. That was supposed to be an E not an F, by the way. I am aware of rebuild/overhaul costs. That is why I'm asking you guys if it is truly realistic. To start my search at $10K higher, that would be going from inside, to tie down and unfortunately, I do not live in an Arizona climate, but in the land of ice & snow less than 3 sm from the lake.

Is it feasible, possible, or REALISTIC for me to find a decent 1st Mooney (first owned aircraft ever, actually) for $25K or under? I can afford plane, space, maintence and future fixed costs in this range. Mechanically sound, paint serviceable but dosen't have to be pretty (no one can see the worn sports @8000ft anyway), Decent panel that I can get my IFR and I don't care if the interior is "rough" as long as I can redo the door seals and improve it piece by piece. I see them advertised on many sites. Most are repos or flat out scams. I want MY OWN Mooney but the reality is, I will only ever get to look at the Ovations. I was thinking '65-'74 M20C or M20F. Anyone have hard fast opinions on this? Positive or negative. Is this realistic? Thanks. ptb