AKRAY Posted July 3, 2021 Report Posted July 3, 2021 Hello all I am a previous Beechcraft owner, now I seek a Mooney M20E, M20F or M20J 1970's to 80's. I am not afraid of high time engines. I prefer individual sellers. My budget is up to $60K. Thank you in advance for your help. Quote
ArtVandelay Posted July 3, 2021 Report Posted July 3, 2021 You don’t want a J priced below $60k unless you have another $60k at the ready. 2 Quote
KLRDMD Posted July 3, 2021 Report Posted July 3, 2021 I don't think that budget will get you into something (worthwhile) in the 70s or 80s. I'm thinking that's a mid to late 1960s airplane budget. Quote
AKRAY Posted July 4, 2021 Author Report Posted July 4, 2021 Thank you for your i 9 hours ago, ArtVandelay said: You don’t want a J priced below $60k unless you have another $60k at the ready. Understood, I believe any budget bird requires $$,$$$. Quote
AKRAY Posted July 4, 2021 Author Report Posted July 4, 2021 8 hours ago, KLRDMD said: I don't think that budget will get you into something (worthwhile) in the 70s or 80s. I'm thinking that's a mid to late 1960s airplane budget. A slightly neglected bird in need of restoration or upgrade works. Maybe a very high time engine is preferable. Quote
carusoam Posted July 4, 2021 Report Posted July 4, 2021 Welcome aboard Akray… Your request isn’t making financial sense… You could easily leave the dollar values out, and surprise fewer MSers with what you are trying to achieve… What do you know about what you want? 1) Airframe, a 60amu M20J will need a lot more than an engine.. 2) panel, a 60amu panel is pretty nice, but doesn’t come with a plane… 3) Paint and interior. 4) Air Worthiness Can i sum up your request wit… I would like the best run-out Mooney available for 60amu… must be in AW condition, aka currently in annual… The current market has brought every bucket of bolts to the surface… including in the Brand B world. Select wisely… Best regards, -a- Quote
AKRAY Posted July 4, 2021 Author Report Posted July 4, 2021 9 minutes ago, carusoam said: Welcome aboard Akray… Your request isn’t making financial sense… You could easily leave the dollar values out, and surprise fewer MSers with what you are trying to achieve… What do you know about what you want? 1) Airframe, a 60amu M20J will need a lot more than an engine.. 2) panel, a 60amu panel is pretty nice, but doesn’t come with a plane… 3) Paint and interior. 4) Air Worthiness Can i sum up your request wit… I would like the best run-out Mooney available for 60amu… must be in AW condition, aka currently in annual… The current market has brought every bucket of bolts to the surface… including in the Brand B world. Select wisely… Best regards, -a- I see your point. I would prefer a airworthy high time engine Mooney with decent paint and interior. Instruments and avionics maybe original. Quote
KLRDMD Posted July 4, 2021 Report Posted July 4, 2021 1 hour ago, AKRAY said: I see your point. I would prefer a airworthy high time engine Mooney with decent paint and interior. Instruments and avionics maybe original. All things considered, the airplane Alan has for sale right now may be your best bet: Quote
WildBlue Posted October 5, 2021 Report Posted October 5, 2021 On 7/4/2021 at 7:51 AM, carusoam said: he current market has brought every bucket of bolts to the surface… including in the Brand B world Hi, just curious please if you can elaborate. I’m also wanting to purchase my first plane, preferably a 201J. At the same time, I’ve been wondering where the plane market is these days. Thank you. Quote
carusoam Posted October 5, 2021 Report Posted October 5, 2021 7 minutes ago, WildBlue said: Hi, just curious please if you can elaborate. I’m also wanting to purchase my first plane, preferably a 201J. At the same time, I’ve been wondering where the plane market is these days. Thank you. the current capital goods market is at all time highs… Prices for everything haven’t been any higher…. Have a look at the housing market… for a simple comparison of something you are possibly familiar with already… Call it a sellers market. To add to the challenges… shops are really busy… Covid has put a dent in things… The good news…. You are looking to purchase a Mooney…. Successful people own Mooneys… Expect these challenges to be just another bump in the road… Make it happen! PP thoughts only, not a plane sales guy… Go Mooney! Best regards, -a- Quote
AKRAY Posted October 5, 2021 Author Report Posted October 5, 2021 9 hours ago, WildBlue said: Hi, just curious please if you can elaborate. I’m also wanting to purchase my first plane, preferably a 201J. At the same time, I’ve been wondering where the plane market is these days. Thank you. I purchased a 1965 M20C which I am restoring. IO-360 is being overhauled at Zephyr engines (KZP) now. Finding a bird that is turn key will be challenging. it is $$$$$$$$$ that makes them fly. Quote
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