1965 Mooney M20E SUPER 21
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Clean Mooney M20E with the Manual Gear and Flaps. Low Total Time, Low Time Scimitar Prop, Low Time Engine, Recent 500hr Mag Inspection. Upgraded Avionics with a modern Garmin GPS-175, GI-275, PMA Audio, JPI Engine Monitoring and Fuel Flow. Extended Range Tanks with 64 Gallons. Speed Cowling, Auto-Step Actuator, GAMI Injectors. Fresh Annual Inspection, All AD’s Complied With, No Damage History, All Logbooks/Records Since New. Ready to Go!
Engine
771 Since Major Overhaul in 2002 Lycoming IO-360-A1A Engine SN: L-19193-51A Engine TBO: 2000 LH Magneto: 336 RH Magneto: 336 Fuel Controller and Divider Overhauled in 2023 SkyTec Starter GAMI Fuel Injectors
Propeller
12 Since Propeller Overhaul by Memphis Propeller Service in 2025 132 Since Propeller Governor Overhaul 2-Blade Hartzell Scimitar Hartzell Top Prop Performance Composite Spinner Prop Model: HC-C2YR-1BFP Prop SN: NS7462B
Interior
Gray Leather 4-Place Seating in Great Condition. Carpet, Side Panels, Headliner in Good Condition. Pilot and Copilot Inertia Reel Shoulder Harnesses. “Johnson Bar” Manual Gear and Flaps. Pilot Hinged Window. Baggage Area with Hat Shelf. Front and Rear Air Vents.
Exterior
Matterhorn White with Burgundy Red and Sky Blue Accents Accents and Stars in Good Condition - “America” themed. Glass in Good Condition. Southwest Texas Aero Speed Cowling. One-Piece Windshield. 2-Blade Hartzell Scimitar Propeller with Composite Spinner. Auto-Step Actuator Entry Step.
Inspection
Annual Due: July 1st, 2027 Pitot Static, Altimeter, and Transponder Due: January 1st, 2027 ELT Battery Due: March 2034 All AD’s Complied With All Logbooks Complete No Damage History
Modifications / STCs
• Manual Gear and Flaps - Low Maintenance
• Fresh Annual Inspection
• Fresh Overhauled Propeller with Less than 20 Hours
• Garmin GPS175 Moving Map with Terrain Awareness
• Garmin GI-275 GPS Nav Indicator and Multi-Function Display
• JPI 730 with EGT/CHT Indications
• JPI 450 with Fuel Flow, Fuel Remaining, Fuel Used and More
• O&N Fuel Bladder Increased installed in 2012 - 64 Gallon Fuel Capacity - No signs of leaks
• Southwest Texas Aero Speed Cowling
• One Piece Windshield
• Flight Enhancements Auto-Step Actuator
• GAMI Fuel Injectors installed in 2025
• Pilot and Copilot Inertia Reel Shoulder Harnesses
• SkyTec Starter
• Dual Glideslopes
• ADSB Out Compliant
• Front and Rear Air Vents
• Bracket Air Filter
• Alternator Overhauled in 2021
• New Rapco Vacuum Pump in 2022
• Overhauled LH and RH Magnetos Installed in 2022 - 500hr Check Due at 2264 Tach Time
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Gaither Aviation Brokerage and Sales
controller.com
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$80,900
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Johns Island, South Carolina | Jul 26, 2026 | 18 days | Active |
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About This Mooney M20E SUPER 21
This 1965 Mooney M20E SUPER 21 (N5686Q) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,651 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 M20E SUPER 21 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $64,500 to $80,900. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $80,900.
The M20E SUPER 21 cruises at 160 kts (296 km/h) with a range of 880 nm (1,630 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $110/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $15,000. With 4,651 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Mooney M20E SUPER 21 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N5686Q.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Johns Island, South Carolina
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Safety Record
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