1980 MOONEY M20K 231
Starts from the median asking price of 26 comparable MOONEY M20K 231 listings ($154,500), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -1,028 hr vs comps +2.1%
- Engine time +222 hr vs comps -0.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | MOONEY M20K 231 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,190 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,191 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Annual | October 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
History; This aircraft was originally registered in the United States under the registration N4042H, which it carried until 1992. Since then, it has been registered in Germany as D-ETIB. Throughout its operational life, the aircraft has been subject to consistent oversight and maintenance, including two ACAM (Aircraft Continuing Airworthiness Monitoring) inspections as part of the European airworthiness monitoring program, confirming its continued compliance with applicable safety and maintenance standards. Aircraft Subject to Prior Sale or Removal from Market without Notice. Specification Subject to Verification by Purchaser.
Modifications
Intercooler Fuel Computer FT101 4-place intercom Radar Alt (u/s) ELT / PLB Oxygen system Speed brakes
Avionics
Audio/Marker: King KMA-24 COM: King KY-197A COM: Funke ATR-833A GPS: Garmin 155XL NAV: King KN-53 R-NAV: King KNS-81 DME: King KN-62A ADF: King KR-87 Autopilot/Flight Director: King KFC-200 Transponder: Garrecht VT-02 Stormscope: 3M WX-8
How this aircraft compares
Where this MOONEY M20K 231 lands versus other MOONEY M20K 231 listings on fyiAero.
Price
15th pct$115k · 15th percentile of 26 listings
Airframe time
11th pct2,190 hours total (TTAF) · 11th percentile of 27 listings
Engine time
70th pct1,191 hours since major overhaul · 70th percentile of 27 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MOONEY |
| Model | M20K 231 |
| Serial Number | 25-0397 |
| Registration # | D-ETIB |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,190 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO360GB1 |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 210 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,191 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1800 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 1987 |
Props
| Prop Time | 45 SOH |
|---|---|
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GPS155XL |
|---|---|
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING KFC200 |
| Avionics/Radios | Audio/Marker: King KMA-24 COM: King KY-197A COM: Funke ATR-833A GPS: Garmin 155XL NAV: King KN-53 R-NAV: King KNS-81 DME: King KN-62A ADF: King KR-87 Autopilot/Flight Director: King KFC-200 Transponder: Garrecht VT-02 Stormscope: 3M WX-8 |
Additional Equipment
| Oxygen System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Additional Equipment | Intercooler Fuel Computer FT101 4-place intercom Radar Alt (u/s) ELT / PLB Oxygen system Speed brakes |
Interior
| Year Interior | 1980 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 1980 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual: July Maintenance: The current Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) is valid until 19. October 2026. The most recent 100-hour inspection was successfully completed in October 2025 at a total time of 2.183 flight hours, confirming the aircraft’s continued compliance with all maintenance and safety requirements. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |