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Overview
This is a great chance to purchase a great flying, economical cross-country plane at a great price. I have owned
this Comanche since June of 2008; however, I have a great opportunity to upgrade. Since I have identified my
replacement plane, I am looking for a quick sale and thus the eBay ad. The plane has just come out of its annual
(complete Dec 2014) and is a very nice flying plane for the money. It is inexpensive to fly (at 9-10 gph) and
maintain. The areas it is lacking in are the engine time and it has original paint. The only known issue is the
parking brake is disconnected (toe brakes and handle brake still work).
The price reflects the higher time engine, but compressions are still strong, it only uses 1-1.5 quarts
of oil between changes (25hrs), and no metal is found in the screen at changes. The Lycoming 0-360
is a bullet-proof engine that is typically run well beyond its 2000 hr TBO.
Prop was just overhauled 65 hours ago (Sept 2011) by H&S. All ADs (including the recent stabilizer
horn assembly) have been complied with.
This Comanche is kept in a hanger and is regularly flown (we put 32 hours on between annuals this past year)
Paint is original - a positive of this is the original Piper corrosion proofing hasn't been removed.
However, the negative is that the paint is pretty dull and there are a few chips/scratches. The pictures above
will show two problem areas - the left wing has two areas that are flaking (about 3" square each). The right
flap is flaking across most of the length. I have some matching paint to touch these up and was planning on
doing so this spring versus paying to repaint the entire aircraft (which I do not believe is necessary at this point).
Interior is average and the panel has been updated from the original Comanche configuration.
Avionics:
Terra AT3000 Encoder
Sigtronics Intercom
PDF Log Downloads:
The plane also has an engine heater and insulated cowl cover/blanket.
Terms:
The aircraft will be sold as-is, where-is. The plane is currently hangered in Ankeny, IA (IKV). If you require delivery, please contact me
prior to bidding. We may be able to work something out. The auction sale is final, so please inspect the logs and the airplane during the
auction period if required. I will be available to show you the plane by appointment at my KIKV hanger. Please ask any questions during
the auction. You can reach me via eBay messages or phone (319-830-6553).
Please remember that by bidding, you are agreeing to purchase at that price. All inspections must be done prior to auction close. A $2,000
deposit is due within 48 hours of the auction close via Paypal, wire transfer, or overnight money order. The balance will be due in 7 days via
money order or wire transfer only. Pickup must be arranged to be completed by Feb 15th. If you need longer, please let me know before
bidding and we can try to work out storage.
Happy bidding and please contact me with any questions: Ben Frein 319-830-6553 |
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