Mooney Ovation Aircraft

The Mooney Ovation (M20R) is the big-bore, normally-aspirated speed Mooney — produced from 1994 with a 280 hp Continental IO-550-G engine cruising around 190 knots. Smooth, fast and efficient without a turbo to manage; the Ovation Ultra (post-2014) is the modern glass-cockpit version with composite cabin and Garmin avionics. For owners who want serious speed without the maintenance overhead of a turbo, the Ovation is the practical choice.

Mooney Ovation aircraft for sale

22 used Mooney Ovation aircraft for sale · 4-seat · Used median asking $274,000 · updated 18 min ago

Mooney Ovation Specifications

Model spec

The Mooney Ovation is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 190 kt (352 km/h), a range of 1,025 nm (1,898 km), and a useful load of 1,000 lbs (454 kg).

Performance
Cruise190 kt (352 km/h)
Range1,025 nm (1,898 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower280 HP
Fuel Burn13.5 GPH (51 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight3,380 lbs (1,533 kg)
Useful Load1,000 lbs (454 kg)

Mooney Ovation for Sale

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Mooney Ovation asking prices range from $172,900 to $365,000, with a median of $274,000 (market reference $325,000).

1999 Mooney Ovation

1999 Mooney Ovation for sale
$139,000
For Sale
Reg# N555LM US
Location Longview, Texas
Via GMax American Aircraft
Listed 2d ago

1995 Mooney Ovation

1995 Mooney Ovation for sale
$172,900
For Sale
Total Time 3,505
Reg# N9163E US
Location Kokomo, IN
Via AIRCRAFT OWNERSHIP SOLUTIONS
Listed 1mo ago

2001 Mooney M20R

2001 Mooney M20R for sale below typical asking range
$219,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,189
Reg# N100KS US
Location Stafford (), VA
Via Hembree Aviation Sales
Multiple sources
Listed 1mo ago

1995 Mooney M20R

1995 Mooney M20R for sale
$235,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,490
Reg# N453MF US
Location Gulf Shores, AL
Via Thunderbird Aircraft Sales LLC
Multiple sources

1996 Mooney M20R

1996 Mooney M20R for sale
$239,000 ↓ -$10K
For Sale
Total Time 3,005
Reg# N5295M US
Location Spring Branch, TX
Via GMax American Aircraft
Multiple sources

1999 Mooney M20R

1999 Mooney M20R for sale
$239,000
For Sale
Reg# N21737 US
Location Houston, TX
Via GMax American Aircraft
Multiple sources

2006 Mooney Ovation

2006 Mooney Ovation for sale
$249,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,115
Reg# N615PX US
Location Greenville, South Carolina
Via Horizon Aviation Group
Listed 2d ago

2001 Mooney M20R

2001 Mooney M20R for sale within typical asking range
$269,000
For Sale
Reg# N1003L US
Location Spring Branch, TX
Via GMax American Aircraft
Multiple sources

2005 Mooney Ovation

2005 Mooney Ovation for sale
$269,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,597
Reg# N192JK US
Location Spring Branch, Texas
Via GMax American Aircraft
Listed 2d ago

2007 Mooney M20R Ovation2 GX N993JT

2007 Mooney M20R Ovation2 GX N993JT for sale
$279,900
For Sale
Total Time 1,424
Reg# N993JT US
Location Lexington, Kentucky
Via Airmart, Inc.
Multiple sources
Listed 2d ago

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Mooney Ovation Price & Cost

How much does a Mooney Ovation cost? Used Ovation prices: $172K – $365K, average $274K (median $274K); market reference $325K, across 16 priced of 22 active listings.

Mooney Ovation Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Mooney Ovation Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (13.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$8,370/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Mooney Ovation

Buying a Mooney Ovation comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • IO-550-G engine time — the dominant cost; IO-550 is well-regarded but has cylinder/case issues to watch.
  • Avionics generation — Ovation Ultra (G1000) commands a major premium over a 1990s panel.
  • Gear, tank reseal, corrosion — standard Mooney items.
  • Speed-mods package — many Ovations have aerodynamic mods adding 5-10 kt.

Which Ovation? Ovation Ultra (post-2014) for modern glass; a 2000s Ovation with Garmin retrofit is the value sweet-spot.

Frequently Asked Questions — Mooney Ovation

How much does a Mooney Ovation cost?
Mooney Ovation prices vary by year, condition, and installed avionics. Currently 22 aircraft are listed, starting from $172,900 with an average of $274,000. Browse listings above for current market prices.
How many Mooney Ovation are for sale?
There are currently 22 Mooney Ovation aircraft listed for sale on AeroGurus, aggregated from all major aviation marketplaces, broker sites and dealers.
Where can I find a Mooney Ovation for sale?
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