1978 Mooney 201 for sale

1978 Mooney 201

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$142,500
Location Westcliffe, CO
Total Time 3,090 hrs
Engine SMOH 28 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 24-0420
Reg # N201AW
Engine Lycoming O-320
Cruise 161 kts (298 km/h)
ICAO Type M20P
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

GMA 345 Audio w/MB KX155 KX155 w/GS KT76A Transponder GDL-82 ADS-B Out WX-8 Stormscope Garmin 496 GPS KT64 DME JPI 450 Fuel Flow JPI EGT/CHT Scanner Century I Autopilot Davtron M800 Chronometer Vertical Card Compass Copilot PTT

Description

Speed meets efficiency in this legendary cross-country machine. The M20J 201 is known for its perfect balance of high-speed cross-country cruising and remarkable fuel economy, offering excellent range and signature aerodynamic efficiency. Also renowned for crisp, responsive flight controls, responsive handling, a stable, smooth ride, outstanding forward visibility, and above-average useful load. This beauty features 28 SMOH on the Lycoming IO-360, a new prop, and leather seats, and more! For additional information, please visit

Engine

Lycoming IO360-A1B6 s/n L20412-51A 28 SMOH Overhauled 2017 by SkyBoss Aviation, Sand Springs, OK Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BFP/F7497 s/n NS3509B 28 SNEW

Propeller

Electroair EIS-4100 Electronic Ignition Power Flow Exhaust/GAMI injectors Whelen LED landing light Brackett air filter 64 gallon fuel capacity Useful Load 1014.41

Interior

Interior 8 Rosen visors New interior 2018, leather seats Exterior 8

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
No-Spin Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
$142,500
David Miller
barnstormers.com
$142,500

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Mooney 201

This 1978 Mooney 201 (N201AW) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,090 hours on the airframe. There are currently 6 201 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $125,040 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $142,500.

The 201 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 3,090 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 3,090 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $150 for pre-purchase inspection

Mooney 201 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
161 kts (298 km/h)
Max Speed
168 kts (311 km/h)
Range
820 nm (1,519 km)
Ceiling
18,800 ft (5,730 m)
Max Weight
2,740 lbs (1,243 kg)
Useful Load
900 lbs (408 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Capacity
64 gal (242 L)
Fuel Burn
10 GPH (38 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

MOONEY 201

Fuel Burn
10.0 GPH
~$65/hr
Variable Cost
$140/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the MOONEY 201. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N201AW.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Westcliffe, CO

Seller reported 170 more aircraft in Colorado →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N201AW against the NTSB accident database.

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