C-172 versus Sundowner
So I've been looking to buy a C-172 and came across this Sundowner.
I've heard all the "Slowdowner" stories and did a side-by-side
from the published specs:
Cruise speed and roc: Sundowner slightly better
Payload: Sundowner slightly better
Runway required: C-172 slightly better.
Fuel burn: C-172 better
Interior room: Sundowner better
Quirks: C-172 none, Sundowner appears to require a bit of dual to
learn how to land without porpoising.
Interior room: Sundowner better
Maintenance: C-172 a bit cheaper (according to my local wrench)
Price: Sundowner $20k - $30k cheaper than comperable TTAF/SMOH/equipped
C-172s, this buys a lot of fuel and maintenance.
I have no intention of ever going to anything other than a paved strip.
Comments?
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Jim Pennino
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