1979 Mooney M20K
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHNew instrument and cutout panel installed in 2025 by a Garmin Dealer specialized shop:
Garmin GTN 650 Xi WAAS GPS + Bluetooth (Flighstream 510) Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM GMA 345 Bluetooth digital audio box and 4 place intercom JPI 830 engine monitor installed in 2023 406 Artex ELT 345 installed in 2023 Appareo Stratus ESG ADSB-Out Transponder Stratus Sentry ADSB-In antennaKing package instruments (KI-256 Attitude Indicator + KI-203 VOR/LOC + KI-525A HSI)
King KFC 200 Autopilot and Flight director (replaced flight computer and roll servo in 2025
AP is OPERATIONAL) Aerosonic 102200 Encoding Altimeter USB charching outlet Electric trim Precise Flight Speed Breaks115 Cubic FT Kevlar Oxygen bottled installed in 2023 (next hydro check Jan-2028)
MH 02D2 oxygen regulator computer included (2-people system that duplicates oxy endurance)
Next IFR check due June-2027Description
Get a fast-cross country machine with a turbo engine brand new instrument panel and interior that can get you speeds of up to 200 knots at FL240 for less than the price of a Cessna 172 Aircraft will be delivered with a fresh annual to be completed in early July 2026 -IFR check due in June 2027 -Hydro check for oxygen bottle due in January 2028 -ELT battery replacement due in September 2029 Extras included: -Bruce Custom Cover with cowl cover -O2D2 Mountain High oxygen regulator computer for 2 people -Oxygen lines and cannulas for 4 people from Mountain High -Lightspeed Zulu headset with Bluetooth Aircraft has always been hangared. Complete logs available upon request.
Engine
Model: TSIO 360 LB8 -TBO: 1,800 HRS -TT SNEW: 973 HRS -TT SINCE IRAN: 394 HRS (note: engine was removed, openned, inspected and repaired as necessary to operating limits in 2016 after prop strike). -Horsepower: 210 HP Turbo with a 24,000 FT cieling -Mag 500 hrs inspection done 47 hrs ago (June 2025) Extras: -Turboplus intercooler which boosts MP up to 3" while keeping the engine at cooler temperatures -Tunned GAMI injectors installed which allow the aircraft to cruise LOP at 8.5 gal/hr / 150 TAS / 10,000 FT (7.5 hrs + reserves endurance or 1,000 NM+ range) or ROP at 12.5 gal/hr / 165 TAS / 10,000 Propeller: McCaulley 2 blade prop with de-icers TBO: 2,000 HRS SOH: 394 Hrs (note: propeller was overhauled with hub and blades replaced in 2016 after a prop strike) Pay for the price of a 900+ engine while getting an engine and prop that were inspected, replaced parts and brought to operating standards just 394 hrs ago.
Propeller
1979 Mooney M20K 231 with new interior and instrument panel and loaded with the upgrades Mooney buyers look for. Engine has 973 HRS TT SNEW and 394 HRS since IRAN with a 394 HRS SOH 2 blade-McCauley prop (aircraft remains flying so times will change). Equipped with a Garmin GTN 650 Xi WAAS + Bluetooth GPS, Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM, GMA 345 Bluetooth digital audio box, 2-blade McCauley prop, speed brakes, Turboplus intercooler, prop de-ice, built-in oxygen, JPI engine monitor, new MH 115 CU FT kevlar oxygen bottle and extensive upgrades throughout! Fast, efficient, and capable. This well-equipped 231 offers great cross-country performance, beautiful new interior and a low operating cost!
Interior
New interior compliant with FAA fire retardant requirements done in 2025: -New insulation and carpets from Airtex Products installed -New leather seats installed from Garrett Leather with custom detailing and design -New Rosen Sun Visors installed -All interior plastics repaired and repainted with special UV protection
Exterior
Condition: 6/10 -Original paint from 1979 has been well conserved and polished as airplane has always been hangared -missing paint in lower cowl section, leading edges, elevator and landing gear -LED landing, taxi and tail beacon light installed
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Gabriel Wertman
trade-a-plane.com
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$139,900
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McAllen, TX | Jun 02, 2026 | 49 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Mooney M20K
This 1979 Mooney M20K (N231HH) is a single engine piston with 2,883 hours on the airframe. There are currently 45 M20K aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $67,413 to $326,500. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $139,900.
The M20K cruises at 191 kts (354 km/h) with a range of 981 nm (1,817 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 24,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13.3 GPH (50 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $82/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 2 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 M20K — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N231HH.
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 M20K
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 2 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Mooney Aircraft Corporation Models M20B, M20C, M20D, M20E, M20F, M20G, M20J, M20K, M20L, M20M, and M20R Airplanes
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Service Difficulty Reports — Mooney M20K
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
E051424 LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #2 GUSSETT IS CORRODED. RAR THE LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #2 GUSSET IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
E051425 LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #3 GUSSETT IS CORRODED. RAR LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #3 GUSSET IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
E050583 LH OMEGA BEAM GUSSET CORRODED BTWN FR 50-51. RAR THE LH OMEGA BEAM GUSSET BTWN FR 45-53 IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
SUBJECT: REPETITIVE VIOLATIONS OF PART 43: SIGNING TOURISM BY A&P MECHANIC DESIGNATED TO ACT ACCORDING TO BUT NOT COMPLYING WITH PART 43.3 D.MAJOR DAMAGE ON ENGINE DURING REINSTALLATION IN GERMANY AFTER TOTAL OVERHAUL IN USA BY NEGLEGENCE OF MANUFACT...
REAR NOSE GEAR TRUSS BROKE UPON LANDING. MECHANIC SUSPECTED AIRLINE CRACK IN PART THAT WAS NOT OBSERVABLE DURING INSPECTIONS. THIS SDR IS BEING SUBMITTED BY FAA ASI, FOR THE OWNER, WHO IS IIC FOR THE INCIDENT THAT THIS AIRCRAFT WAS INVOLVED IN.
THE BAGGAGE DOOR WAS LATCHED PRIOR TO FLIGHT. AFTER TAKEOFF AT ABOUT 500 FEET AGL THE BAGGAGE DOOR BLEW OPEN AND SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE PILOT LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. UPON LANDING AN A&P INSPECTED THE LATCH AND OBSERVED IT WAS ST...
DURING THE TAKEOFF ROLL, THE PILOT'S SEAT SUDDENLY BROKE LOOSE AND MOVED FULL AFT. THE CAUSE WAS FOUND TO BE A CRACKED BELLCRANK TUBE UNDER THE PILOT'S SEAT. I WILL FORWARD PHOTOS.
FUEL LINE FROM PRIMER SOLENOID TO THROTTLE BODY,BROKE IN HALF UNDER B-NUT, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO LOSE FUEL SUPPLY TO THROTTLE BODY.
V BAND CLAMP HOLDING TURBOCHARGER ONTO EXHAUST BROKE AT THE SPOT WELD.
(CAN) OWNER ASK TO HAVE A FUEL LEAK REPAIRED AND COMPLAINED THAT FUEL DRAINING WAS VERY SLOW. AFTER DRAINING TANKS IT WAS NOTED THAT AN UNAPPROVED REPAIR HAD BEEN UNDERTAKEN AND THE SEALANT APPLIED COVERED THE DRAIN CHANNEL TO THE QUICK DRAIN. IN ORD...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $132,975–$165,625.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
