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Glider-Rider
07-31-2015, 08:29 AM
I cant do links. But on Craigslist there is a Cessna 150 which is soooo tempting. But of course, that is only the begining of the spending. If anyone is inclined to take a look see I would appreciate opnions on it. Maybe you buy it and take me for a ride? Thanks, Henry
jeftec
07-31-2015, 11:29 AM
Link to this aircraft

http://easternshore.craigslist.org/for/5102787285.html
martymayes
07-31-2015, 01:07 PM
But of course, that is only the begining of the spending.

With 1980 since the last engine overhaul, that's a safe bet. I'd keep shopping unless the price drops below $12k
Floatsflyer
07-31-2015, 02:22 PM
With 1980 since the last engine overhaul, that's a safe bet.

Not necessarily. 2000 hrs to overhaul isn't written in stone and therefore isn't always the case. Purchaser could get a few hundred hours extra on this engine subject to annuals "on condition".

IMO, seems to be a really good plane on paper as described. Negotiate on the final selling price and then do a pre-purchase agreement to get your mechanic to look it over in all respects.
martymayes
07-31-2015, 06:30 PM
Not necessarily. 2000 hrs to overhaul isn't written in stone and therefore isn't always the case. Purchaser could get a few hundred hours extra on this engine subject to annuals "on condition".

Neither is 1800 hrs, TCM's recommended overhaul interval for this engine. Without knowing any history, I'd advise a buyer to have $10k in hand for overhaul if the engine gives up sooner rather than later. Or take the $14k asking price and the $10k reserve for o'haul and buy a really nice 150.

OTOH, $12k for the plane, put $10k in the engine and you'll have a nice plane without being upside down.
FlyingRon
08-02-2015, 06:15 AM
Exceeding TBO in a regularly flown and maintained trainer is certainly more than possible. The next question is 1980 hours over how many years?
martymayes
08-02-2015, 08:58 AM
Not saying it's not possible. Just to be prepared in the event the best possible outcome is not realized. Lots of questions, not a lot of answers.
Infidel
08-05-2015, 10:25 PM
Exceeding TBO in a regularly flown and maintained trainer is certainly more than possible. The next question is 1980 hours over how many years?

Ecactly.