Of course, as we all know, after you figure in all of the ownership costs over that same long period of time you are so far upside down in it that....well let's just say most of us remain in denial over THAT figure.
You got this right Dan, I just handed over nearly $1700 for an annual (It did include new tires). And there I was thinking my help on the panels etc, would keep it cheap!

But as a friend of mine repeatedly tells me, "money is worth nothing 'till you spend it"
I think a well cared for 150/152 airframe should hold at least it's nominal value over the years. The one thing that seams to affect price most is engine time, A run out engine will drive a big hole in the sale price!
Whatever, it's worth it!

Joe 150F