The original question brings up a philosopihcal question. This is something I've wandered about while reading over the forums. From my perspective, if I was to answer your question,, the answer is based in part by my "personnal preference" and I'm not sure that potential buyers get a real fair assesment on their question as a result. Let me use this as an "analogy". Imagine going to a car lot,, with 20 people to make a purchase,, I wander how long it would take to actually make a decision to buy? Here is what I would answer to any and all potential buyers,, Firstly establish what you are clearly looking for,, old/new, o time, run out ect,, old paint, new paint, and the list goes on,, once you established that,, you now need to determine the current price for the airplane your looking for,, Third,, establish how the airplane will be paid for,, in other words, some type of cash in hand, next locate and secure the best mechanic you can find. Now you're equiped to go out and find what you are looking for,, once you find the airplane,, off you go with your mechanic,, ensuring good inspection, cheking for all required items,, lastly paying for it. I'm sure many will jump in on my post,, good and bad. Personnaly,, and this is my "personnal preference" I would never purchase anything older then 1970,, does this mean that their aren't fantastic pre 70's,, No,there are many, and many provide great vehicles to their owners. Rob, my question is not really directed at you or your question,, maybe more of a bigger question for all owners to think about, as we answer questions like yours,, Personnaly, I've been flying for close to 28 years now,, owned a few,, now currently flying a 150, Did I get what I was looking for, yes exactly,, did I pay extra for what I was looking for,, Yes I did, would I do it any diffrent if I was to buy it again,, nope.
