Hi - new member here. I have about 350 M20J hours and have decided to buy a used M20R 2GX or 3GX (2005 or later to get the Garmin G1000 with GFC 700 and SVT etc. Not being lazy, but did not find answers elsewhere on the forum). My mission is ~500nm non-stop in IFR and through Class B, taking off and landing in controlled airspace. Here are some questions I could use some guidance and help with:
1. If I base my Mooney at KSVH (A&P mechanic on site but not a Mooney center) how do I get the plane to the nearest authorized service center if it needs service (if it cant be flown there)? And where might the nearest reliable center be?
2. Where is the nearest center where I could do a pre-buy inspection (could not find anything closer than Fort Lauderdale)?
3. Does anyone know of any good planes (of the type described above) for sale?
4. Can someone please describe the buying process to me and how long will it take;
5. Is it better to buy in NC or CT (I have domicile in both places);
6. Could you point me to a few links/resources where I can better learn about buying a Mooney?
Many thanks