That was Never my experience. I live and fly in Oklahoma so,de facto, I flying a lot of windy conditions.

What is it with all of these zombie threads reappearing all of a sudden anyway?

That was Never my experience. I live and fly in Oklahoma so,de facto, I flying a lot of windy conditions.

What is it with all of these zombie threads reappearing all of a sudden anyway?

I found the Cirrus SR22 that I had to be a good flying airplane in turbulence. Wind wasn't noticeable. Please note that I have two Beechcraft and I love them. However, I liked the Cirrus just as much. Good plane, and I hope to own another one day.

Does anyone know what the sweetspot in the SR22 lineup is??? Maybe a year or model that has the important advantages but can be had for less $$$??

Seems like someone here once said the 2005-2006 boodles were just that but I can't really remember..

The sweet spot depends upon your budget. There is a big jump between G2s and G3s, and again from G3s to G5s. The least expensive models are G1s (but they were not called that by Cirrus) that ended with serial number 819. A budget that fits with G1s will likely not think a G2, G3 or G5 makes any sense. Likewise for each of the others.

Within each level, there are ones to look for that you could consider "sweet spots." For G2s, in my opinion that would be serial numbers between 2043 (a 2006 model that incorporated important static system improvements) and 2437 (a 2007 model that is the last G2 made). They don't cost any more than 2006s made before 2043, and there's not that much savings to be had by choosing a 2005 model. 2005 G2s starting with serial number 1663 have the significantly upgraded electrical system, so the "sweet spot" for 2005-2006 models might start there for some. But I'd favor serials after 2043 to get the better static system. The next step up, and possibly affordable for a G2 guy, would be to get a 2007 G3 - they are the least expensive G3s because they are Avidyne equipped, but they still have the G3 design improvements over the G2 - 92 gallons, better handling, 430Ws, electronic AC controls. As for where the sweet spot is for Garmin 1000 G3s (starting in 2008) and G5s -- don't know, but what you'd research is what changes Cirrus made along the way, and decide what you want and look for serial numbers after that. Cirrus is always making improvements it seems, one 2006 is not identical to another, for example, unless they are close together in serial numbers.

One thing to watch for - most Cirrii were sold at "GTS" models with every option except AC included. If the ad doesn't say GTS it means the original buyer was picky and didn't want some of the GTS stuff. You want to find out what is missing - it might be an option you thought all Cirrii came with.

A final thing to watch for is whether the chute has been repacked. Most 2016 and earlier should be, but a 2017 will need it done soon at around $15K.

Thank you for taking the time to respond Wally. Very helpful! Buddy wants to find the best ship in the low 200's he can.