1978 Mooney 201
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
A full Garming Panel featuring a GTN-75O. Low time upgraded (A3B6) engine.
Engine
485 Hours Total Time Since FACTORY NEW!! Lycoming IO-360-A3B6, 200hp, 2000 TBO. Upgraded to the two independent magneto installation and roller tappets).
Propeller
Original 2-Blade McCauley Prop. 485 Hours Since Prop Overhaul. Original Factory Prop with Original Blades (No Prop Strikes).
Interior
Original Cloth Interior. Cloth Seats. Side Panels are Painted Silver. Carpets are faded and could use replacement.
Exterior
Original Paint. White with Blue and Dove Grey Stripes.
Inspection
Annual Inspection Due August 2026. IFR Certs Due July 2026. All Logs.
Modifications / STCs
• O&N Fuel Bladders (55 Gallons), JPI EDM-700 Graphic and Digital Engine Monitor including Fuel Flow, Wing Root Leading Edge Fairings, Aileron Gap Seals, Overlapping Nose Gear Doors, Elevator and Rudder Hinge Covers.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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GMax American Aircraft
controller.com
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$149,000
|
Spring Branch, Texas | Jul 26, 2026 | 0 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Mooney 201
This 1978 Mooney 201 (N201XF) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,348 hours on the airframe. There are currently 17 201 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $79,000 to $215,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $149,000.
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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/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 4,348 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 201 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N201XF.
Location & Ownership
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.
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