Hi,
New member here. I am looking for a 152, and have found what I think is a pretty nice one in my local area. Of course, I am new to all this, having never bought a plane before.
I have been researching 152s and have a reasonable feel for the current market. The problem I am having is putting a value on this particular plane.
Here are the particulars:
1980 C-152 II
TTAF: 5145
SMOH: 1341
Prop TT: 364
Annual in June 07
IFR check of Pitot/Static system July 07
IFR setup with one KX155 and the original radio as backup. What looks like the original transponder and a PS Engineering Audio panel.
The interior is a 10/10, in my opinion. The paint is a 9.5/10 (it looks original, but touched up in a couple places).
It is owned by two airline pilots who bought the plane so their sons can learn to fly. That accomplished, and both of their sons off to college this year, they are looking to sell it.
From looking at the plane and talking to the current owners, it is clear that they have gone above and beyond in the maintenance department.For example, when they got it, one of the fuel tanks leaked, so they replaced both of them. Any time they found something wrong they fixed it (according to them).
They have all the log books, and after a brief look, I would say that is true.
It also has a woodgrain overlay on the instrument panel. I'm not sure I like it (it's OK), but it does have nice lighting for the instruments. I'm sure some of you are familiar with this setup.
The prop is a nearly new Sensenich.
They had enough faith in the plane to let their two sons fly it to Oshkosh and back this summer.
Everything seems in order, but I think they are asking too much for it. I mentioned that to them, and they said, give us an offer. That is why I am coming to you. I'm not going to post their asking price yet, because I want to see what everyone thinks first.
I have plenty of photos of the plane, and can post some if that will help.
This is early in the game, so I don't have all of the information yet. They are all in favor of a pre-buy by a third party, and have no problem fixing anything they need to to close the deal. I also think they will have no problem selling this, so I need to decide if it is worth pursuing or not.
So what say ye?
