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For those that have flown them, what do you think about the aircraft?
I am sure Dr. Dave will pipe up directly, but a well-maintained BSV (as they are known) is one of the great bargains of aircraft right now. No one will accuse them of being excessively roomy, but once you are strapped in, very comfortable.
Remarkable combination of very responsive controls and very stable.
The suggestion to contact Frank Holbert is good; and you can get all the BSV you can stand at the VikingPilots.com board, which is dedicated to (wait for it) Bellanca Super Vikings.
Certainly among the prettiest planes you'll see. And, as for the wood, if it's maintained well, the strength and properties of wood cannot be beat.
If you're in the East, you need to talk to Tom Witmer at N47, Witmer's Aircraft Services. He is the Bellanca guru of the East, and a good guy.