Flyler Posted February 22 Report Posted February 22 I'm sending out some feelers wherever I can! I am back in the market and hoping to be in the air by the spring/summer. I'm located in CT, USA and this is what I am looking for: M20E, F, or magically a J model. Insurance is going to limit me to under $100k, and closer to $80k would be a lot better. Wants: Something that has been flying and not sitting, engine under 1500hr. Paint that'll at least last me another few years. An autopilot with alt hold (like STEC20, Century III, etc.) Mechanically sound Must be open to having a prebuy done I am an absolute sucker for 201 windscreens and fancy cowls.... I would rather have a plane in great mechanical condition that could use a little interior and avionics loving than the reverse. Please feel free to post or DM if you are thinking of selling or have any hot leads! 1
Fritz1 Posted February 22 Report Posted February 22 N3618N is on tradeaplane, I used to own that bird 25 years ago, a lot of people put a lot of work into it, will match the speed of a J, the engine that I put in probably needs an overhaul again though, $80k, no engine runs as well as the one you put in yourself 1
TheAv8r Posted February 22 Report Posted February 22 This one checks all of your boxes, the asking is $105k, but that doesn't mean you won't be able to snag it for $100k. The only thing not mentioned is how frequently it is flying. https://www.trade-a-plane.com/search?category_level1=Single+Engine+Piston&make=MOONEY&model=M20E+CHAPARRAL&listing_id=2439515&s-type=aircraft 1
Flyler Posted February 24 Author Report Posted February 24 On 2/22/2025 at 2:38 PM, TheAv8r said: This one checks all of your boxes, the asking is $105k, but that doesn't mean you won't be able to snag it for $100k. The only thing not mentioned is how frequently it is flying. https://www.trade-a-plane.com/search?category_level1=Single+Engine+Piston&make=MOONEY&model=M20E+CHAPARRAL&listing_id=2439515&s-type=aircraft This one is actually on my list already! Thank you sir.
Htmlkid Posted February 24 Report Posted February 24 On 2/21/2025 at 9:48 PM, Flyler said: I'm sending out some feelers wherever I can! I am back in the market and hoping to be in the air by the spring/summer. I'm located in CT, USA and this is what I am looking for: M20E, F, or magically a J model. Insurance is going to limit me to under $100k, and closer to $80k would be a lot better. Wants: Something that has been flying and not sitting, engine under 1500hr. Paint that'll at least last me another few years. An autopilot with alt hold (like STEC20, Century III, etc.) Mechanically sound Must be open to having a prebuy done I am an absolute sucker for 201 windscreens and fancy cowls.... I would rather have a plane in great mechanical condition that could use a little interior and avionics loving than the reverse. Please feel free to post or DM if you are thinking of selling or have any hot leads! Check N205UU on trade a plane
Flyler Posted February 24 Author Report Posted February 24 21 minutes ago, Htmlkid said: Check N205UU on trade a plane It is beautiful, but I don't think the seller would be willing to make a $120,000 concession
bigmo Posted February 27 Report Posted February 27 On 2/22/2025 at 1:38 PM, TheAv8r said: This one checks all of your boxes, the asking is $105k, but that doesn't mean you won't be able to snag it for $100k. The only thing not mentioned is how frequently it is flying. https://www.trade-a-plane.com/search?category_level1=Single+Engine+Piston&make=MOONEY&model=M20E+CHAPARRAL&listing_id=2439515&s-type=aircraft That's a killer deal. I would not be surprised if that brings in offers over asking. 2
NickG Posted March 10 Report Posted March 10 On 2/27/2025 at 12:36 PM, bigmo said: That's a killer deal. I would not be surprised if that brings in offers over asking. Agree. Lovely plane. Could do a lot with that.
mpess Posted August 9 Report Posted August 9 I just posted my 78 J for sale It’s in the ballpark of what you are looking for if you would like to discuss. Matt
Flyler Posted August 10 Author Report Posted August 10 3 hours ago, mpess said: I just posted my 78 J for sale It’s in the ballpark of what you are looking for if you would like to discuss. Matt Thanks for posting! I closed on a 79 J a few months ago and am waiting eagerly to take her home from the shop. Yours looks like a nice plane and I'm sure you'll find a great buyer for that beauty.
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