1977 Mooney M20J
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics / Equipment: Garmin GTN 635 touchscreen GPS/Nav/Com Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder Garmin SL30 Nav/Com Apollo MX20 multifunction display Apollo SL15 audio panel Century III autopilot Electronics International UBG-16 engine monitor Electronics International FP-5L fuel flow system Practical IFR-capable panel Engine monitoring and fuel management equipped
Description
This 1977 Mooney M20J 201 is a clean, efficient IFR-capable cross-country aircraft based at KTMB, offering the speed, range, and fuel economy the 201 is known for. It is well equipped for practical IFR flying with modern Garmin capability, ADS-B In/Out, autopilot, engine monitoring, and fuel flow. The aircraft presents well inside and out, with a strong exterior and a clean, functional interior. This is a solid M20J for a buyer looking for dependable ownership, efficient cross-country performance, and Mooney speed without stepping into a project aircraft. Annual due end of July.
Engine
Engine: Lycoming IO-360-A3B6 200 HP Factory remanufactured 753 hours SMFR 2,000-hour TBO
Propeller
Airframe: Complete logs Based at KTMB Clean M20J airframe Strong useful load for the model Maintained as a capable IFR cross-country aircraft Exterior presents very well Interior is clean and functional Annual due end of July Mission Profile: Efficient personal travel aircraft Strong regional cross-country platform Good fit for IFR time-building or Mooney ownership Practical speed and fuel economy the M20J is known for
Interior
Clean and functional cabin Interior rated 8/10 Normal wear consistent with age and use Four-seat M20J cabin layout Good aircraft for efficient personal travel and cross-country flying
Exterior
Exterior rated 8/10 Paint presents very well Clean ramp presence Classic Mooney 201 profile Strong overall presentation for the model
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Christian Hopes
trade-a-plane.com
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$139,900
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Miami, FL | May 05, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Mooney M20J
This 1977 Mooney M20J (N201WM) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,112 hours on the airframe. There are currently 55 M20J aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $59,394 to $266,441. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $139,900.
The M20J cruises at 161 kts (298 km/h) with a range of 820 nm (1,519 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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $55/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $140/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,112 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. There are 5 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Mooney M20J — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N201WM.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Mooney M20J
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 5 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Mooney M20J
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
I HAVE NOW HAD 2 QUALITY AICRAFT ACCESSORIES (QAA/HARTZELL)-OVERHAULED SLICK 4372 MAGNETOS W/ IMPULSE COUPLINGS VIOLENTLY SELF-DESTRUCT IN THE SPAN OF 200 HOURS. HARTZELL, THE PARENT COMPANY OF QAA, HAS INFORMED ME THAT BOTH MAGNETOS HAD BRAND NEW O...
ROCKER BOX COVER ON NUMBER 5 CYLINDER HEAD LEAKING OIL THROUGH HAIRLINE CRACK AT THE STAMPING MARK. THE LINE THAT UNDERLINES THE STAMPED "LYCOMING" LETTERS HAS A CRACK ALLOWING SLOW SEEPAGE OF ENGINE OIL AT ALL TIMES.
PRIOR TO LANDING THE PILOT RECEIVED AN AUDIBLE GEAR WARNING HORN, BUT THE GEAR INDICATOR SHOWED A GREEN LIGHT. THE LANDING GEAR EXTENDED BUT FAILED TO LOCK DUE TO THE ELECTROMECHANICAL ACTUATOR CAUSING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER TO POP. THE PILOT COULD NO...
THE TAIL TRIM ASSIST BRACKET BROKE ALONG THE MOUNTING FLANGE EDGE WHERE THE PUSH PULL ROD FOR ASSIST MECHANISM ATTACHES TO THE TAIL CONE.
INTERMITTENT ATTITUDE FAILURE OF THE KI300 HORIZON INDICATOR. PRIMARY ATTITUDE INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING INDICATES ERRONEOUS PITCH AND ROLL ATTITUDES AND ALSO, WHEN INTERFACED TO THE AUTOPILOT CAUSES THE AUTOPILOT TO DEVIATE FROM I...
VERY LOUD POUNDING SOUND FROM THE CRANKCASE WHEN RUNNING. FOUND LARGE AMOUNTS OF FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS MATERIAL IN THE OIL FILTER, METAL AT THE SCREEN TO THE GOVERNOR, AND LARGE CHUNKS OF METAL IN THE OIL SUCTION SCREEN. ENGINE WAS REMOVED FROM THE...
DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND DUAL MAGNETO HOUSING CRACKED AT BOTH HOLD DOWN POINTS.
GOVERNOR WAS BENCH CHECKED AND FOUND NOT TO BE ACHIEVING RPM ABOVE 1600. PRESSURE RELIEF WAS LOW. CUSTOMER REQUEST O/H OF THE GOVERNOR; AT THIS POINT, THE GOVERNOR WAS DISASSEMBLED AND FOUND TO HAVE INTERNAL DAMAGE OF THE PUMP CAVITY. DAMAGE FROM ...
PLANE ARRIVED AT SHOP WITH 5 AMP ALT FIELD CIRCUIT BREAKER POPPED. INVESTIGATION REVEALED STATOR BURNED BLACK, FRIED, HOWEVER THE SLIP RINGS WERE PRODUCING A STRONG MAGNETIC FIELD THAT AT FIRST BLUSH MADE ALTERNATOR APPEAR OK. FURTHER CHECK DISCOVE...
PILOT TRIED TO LAND, BUT WAS UNABLE TO LOWER LANDING GEAR. PILOT FLEW BACK TO DEPARTURE AIRPORT AND TRIED MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO LOWER GEAR BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. PILOT NOTED THE LANDING GEAR ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER WAS POPPING AND HAD TO TRY THE EME...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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