Ok, very subjective but I am trying to get some averages on what to expect and when. As I shop for a family plane, I find tons of examples with low or mid time motors but when it comes to calendar time most have 20-25 years SMOH. Compressions are always great but it is the cams, lifters, etc that I figure will rust and start making metal first.
Should I be fully depreciating the value of these 20-year motors while I work on offers? How long will a motor typically go if it is flown (not ground run) once every week or two for an hour or so (50 hours / year)?
thx
Should I be fully depreciating the value of these 20-year motors while I work on offers? How long will a motor typically go if it is flown (not ground run) once every week or two for an hour or so (50 hours / year)?
thx