1980 MOONEY M20K 231
Starts from the median asking price of 17 comparable Mooney M20K 231 listings ($149,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +665 hr vs comps -1.3%
- Engine time +70 hr vs comps -0.6%
- Modern GPS navigator (47% of comps) +2.5%
- ADS-B (71% of comps) +0.8%
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 | 3,990 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,192.2 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Nighthawk SN3500, GARMIN GI 275 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | Garmin SL30 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS 530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Century 41 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
1980 Mooney M20K 231 with 3,990.9 hours total time, 1,192.2 hours since engine overhaul and only 49.8 hours since propeller overhaul. Well-equipped IFR panel featuring a Garmin GNS 530W, Garmin SL30, Garmin GI 275, Sandel SN3500 EHSI, Century 41 autopilot, Stratus ESG ADS-B and JPI EDM-730 engine monitor. Additional equipment includes a TurboPlus intercooler, and portable oxygen. The aircraft has been hangared throughout the current ownership, and its 1997 white and dark navy exterior remains in stunning, owner-rated 9/10 condition. Complete logbooks. Annual completed July 2026.
Modifications
TurboPlus intercooler TurboPlus pneumatic speed brakes currently inoperative Electric trim Strobes ACK E-04 406 MHz ELT Portable oxygen bottle with floor clamp included Cabin heater
Avionics
PS Engineering PMA7000B audio panel Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COM Garmin SL30 NAV/COM Garmin GI 275 Sandel SN3500 EHSI Century 41 autopilot/flight director Stratus ESG ADS-B transponder WX-500 Stormscope Bendix/King KN62A DME Bendix/King KN87 ADF RMI JPI EDM-730 engine monitor Standby flight instruments
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Mooney M20K 231 lands versus other Mooney M20K 231 listings on fyiAero.
Price
35th pct$120k · 35th percentile of 17 listings
Airframe time
69th pct3,990 hours total (TTAF) · 69th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time
81st pct1,192 hours since major overhaul · 81st percentile of 16 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 | 25-0346 |
| Registration # | C-GMRK |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,990.9 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,900 lb |
| Useful Load | 927.4 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 75.6 gal |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO360LB1B |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 1,192.2 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 1993 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 49.8 |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | PS Engineering PMA7000B audio panel Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COM Garmin SL30 NAV/COM Garmin GI 275 Sandel SN3500 EHSI Century 41 autopilot/flight director Stratus ESG ADS-B transponder WX-500 Stormscope Bendix/King KN62A DME Bendix/King KN87 ADF RMI JPI EDM-730 engine monitor Standby flight instruments |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | TurboPlus intercooler TurboPlus pneumatic speed brakes currently inoperative Electric trim Strobes ACK E-04 406 MHz ELT Portable oxygen bottle with floor clamp included Cabin heater |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2007 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual inspection completed July 2, 2026 |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Mooney M20K 231
Typical model-level figures for the Mooney M20K 231 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 980 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 191 kts · 220 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1220.0 / 1147.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The M20K 231 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
Actual flight path from FlightAware for C-GMRK. More flight tracking ›
