Hello BT,

I’ve been lurking for a while and learning from the vast knowledge base that we call a forum. While I lust after various beech products the thought occurred to me, what is at the other end of the spectrum?

I’ve seen older threads, usually on the topic of cheap taildraggers; does any of that hold in 2019? Does the market still support anything serviceable at this price point?

I'd say its pretty much the same. You can still find plenty of run of the mill early Cherokee 140's, Cessna 120/140/150's, Luscombe, Champ, Taylorcraft, Ercoupe, Stinson 108, Citabria 7ECA, Grumman AA's, Beech Musketeer, Flybaby, Pietnepol, Starduster, Acrosport, Skybolt etc.

You can also find the occasional flying project of an early Bonanza, or Sundowner if you're patient.

You can still ride semi-proud in your T-Tailed, Beechcraft Model 77 Skipper for $20K! They're kind of a fun little toy. 'Jetson' mobile... or maybe, 'Veggietales' with wings ~ ME

If you need a little inspiration for cheap planes, check out this guy’s project. I listened to an interview with him and he said it took him about $3,000 all-in to get this back flying. He did have a A&P friend help out, so there were certainly cost savings there, but the story is cool nonetheless.

http://www.thisoldcherokee.com/?m=1

PC-12.

It’s the end all, be all airplane. Just go get one.


I have a whopping 10-ish hours of Skipper time from 30 years ago; fun flying little airplane! But, slow; I recall cruise speed was at top of the white flap speed arc...

Bought my 69 C-150 last August for $15k with a new top and 1500 SMOH. Not the prettiest plane on the ramp but I got my ticket in it and it served it's purpose. BTW, I average between 4-5 gph.





Ron

I'm on the Indy Air Sales mailer and they just listed a C175 for $17,950, IFR and fresh annual. Doesn't look bad in the picture.

Original GO-300 engine?

Can you get those overhauled these days?

175s make ideal 180HP conversion platforms since they are cheap and have larger fuel tanks (54 gallons?).

Mike C.

Original GO-300 engine?

Can you get those overhauled these days?

175s make ideal 180HP conversion platforms since they are cheap and have larger fuel tanks (54 gallons?).

Mike C.

Original GO-300 engine?

Can you get those overhauled these days?

175s make ideal 180HP conversion platforms since they are cheap and have larger fuel tanks (54 gallons?).

Mike C.

I need to not read this thread.
I am reminded of a few halfway decent Cessna 310s I've seen not far from that limit..

1947 STINSON 108-1 • $18,000 • FOR SALE BY OWNER • TT 7189.86, TTE 2677.96, TSMOH 320.46. Mode C transponder, 4 place radio, Strobes on wing tips New Zeftronic solid state regulator, Cleveland brakes, retractable shoulder harness. Always hangered Arlington WA. Great shape. Retiring. $18,000 or best offer.425-212-7139 • Contact Allan W. Hood, Owner - located Bellevue, WA USA • Telephone: 4252127139 • Posted March 11, 2019 • Show all Ads posted by this Advertiser • Recommend This Ad to a Friend • Email Advertiser • Save to Watchlist • Report This Ad • View Larger Pictures

My first plane was a ‘58 Skylark. Great airplane for the money. Flew it all over the country including Oshkosh, where I camped under the wing. She wasn’t much to look at, but we had some good times on the cheap.

Taildraggers definitely intrigue me, although with zero tailwheel time I'm not sure how willing insurance would be to play along (I haven't checked yet).

That 108 looks interesting, albeit the opposite side of the country from me. Perusing Barnstormers found a 120 a bit closer but I have no idea how they compare.

1946 CESSNA 120/140 100HP • $16,900 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Equipped with a 100HP engine upgrade through STC. All Logs from Day 1. Low TT and only 550SMOH. Loaded with nice items: Spin on oil filter/Auto Fuel STC(always use only 100LL)/2 – 13 gallon wing tanks/full electrical/Belly Strobe/Slick Mags/Built in Intercom system/Factory Adjustable Front Seats/iCOM IA-200 built in digital radio/Built in Transponder/Scott 3200 Tailwheel/583LBS useful load/Dual toe brakes/Nav and landing lights/3580TTAF/Paint & interior “7”/May 2018 annual/Razorback fabric wings/The interior is in great shape/No hail damage/Flies straight and true hands off • Contact Andy Isburgh located Conyers, GA USA • Telephone: 770-843-9128 • Posted March 5, 2019 •

Can't help thinking about the other things it will buy you in aviation.
gtn 750
exhaust for a twin cessna
one charter flight in a Citation

aviation is one weird duck.