1981 MOONEY M20K 231

    $175,000 
    Aircraft Location:Pauline, South Carolina

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    John Keith

    Contact:John Keith

    Phone:(864) 626-5635

    Atlanta, Georgia

    (864) 626-5635

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    Description

    Well-equipped 1981 Mooney M20K 231 featuring a turbocharged Continental TSIO-360-LB engine, Turbo Plus intercooler, Merlin wastegate, GAMI injectors, ElectroAir electronic ignition, and three-blade MT composite propeller. Upgraded avionics include an Aspen EFD1000 Pro PFD, Avidyne IFD540 WAAS GPS, Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM, Bendix/King KFC 200 autopilot, JPI EDM930 engine monitor, and ADS-B In/Out. July 2026 annual inspection and August 2026 altimeter/static system and transponder certifications. Complete logs, built-in oxygen system, heated propeller, custom instrument panel, and four-place leather interior. Owner has enjoyed this aircraft for approximately two years and is selling to transition into a multi-engine aircraft. Well-equipped for VFR and IFR operations. Aircraft continues to be flown, and times are subject to change.

    Specifications

    Year1981
    ManufacturerMOONEY
    ModelM20K 231
    Serial Number25-0543
    Registration #N414MS
    ConditionUsed
    FlightRulesIFR
    Based atKSPA
    Total Time2,912.9
    Max Takeoff Weight2,900 lb
    Basic Empty Weight1,950 lb
    Useful Load950 lb
    Fuel Capacity Volume78.6 gal
    Complete LogsYes
    Airframe Notes• Complete Logbooks • July 2026 Annual Inspection • 2,912.9 Hours TTAF at Last Annual • Retractable Tricycle Landing Gear • Landing Gear Retraction Test Completed • Emergency Gear Extension Tested • Flight Controls Lubricated • Wheel Bearings Lubricated • ELT Inspected July 2026 • ELT Battery Due July 2029 • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • Four-Place Cabin • Aircraft Continues to Be Flown
    Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL TSIO360LB
    Engine Horsepower210 HP
    Engine 1 Time743.9 SMOH
    Engine TBO1800
    Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul1056.1
    TurbochargedYes
    Engine Notes• Continental TSIO-360-LB Turbocharged Engine • 210 HP • Turbo Plus Intercooler • Merlin Automatic Wastegate • GAMI Fuel Injectors • Fine Wire Spark Plugs • ElectroAir Electronic Ignition • ElectroAir Keyless Ignition Switch • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • July 2026 Annual Inspection • Engine Oil & Filter Changed • Engine Compression Check Completed • Engine Ground Run Completed • No Leaks Reported at Annual • Turbocharger V-Band Clamp AD Addressed • Applicable ADs Complied With as of July 2026 Inspection • Engine Approved for Return to Service
    Prop ManufacturerMT
    Prop ModelMTV-12-D
    Prop Time407.8 SOH
    Number of Blades3
    Blade CompositionComposite
    Swept Blade PropellersYes
    Prop Notes• Three-Blade MT Propeller • Goodrich/Goodyear Hot Prop System • 407.8 Hours Since Overhaul • July 2026 Propeller Inspection • No Open ADs Reported at Last Inspection • Approved for Return to Service
    Modifications/Conversions• Turbo Plus Intercooler Installation • Merlin Automatic Wastegate • GAMI Fuel Injector System • ElectroAir Electronic Ignition • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • Three-Blade MT Composite Propeller • Custom Upgraded Avionics Panel • Heated Propeller System
    Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/ModelASPEN AVIONICS EFD1000 PRO PFD
    Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/ModelAVIDYNE IFD540
    GPS 1 Manufacturer/ModelAVIDYNE IFD540
    Auto PilotYes
    Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelBENDIX/KING KFC200
    ADS-B EquippedYes
    WAASYes
    Engine MonitorYes
    Avionics/Radios• Aspen EFD1000 Pro PFD • Avidyne IFD540 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM • Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM • Avidyne AXP322 ADS-B Out Transponder (Owner Reported — Verify) • Avidyne MLB100 ADS-B In Receiver • Bendix/King KFC 200 Autopilot • JPI EDM930 Digital Engine Monitor • PS Engineering PMA8000B Audio Panel • Sandia SAI340 Quattro Standby Flight Instrument • Davtron Digital Chronometer • Vertical Card Compass • Panel-Mounted CO Detector • Custom Avionics Panel • USB Charging Ports • Yoke-Mounted Electric Trim • Altimeter/Static System Tested 08/02/2026 • Transponder Certified 08/02/2026 • IFR Certifications Through August 2028, Subject to Applicable Reinspection Requirements
    Oxygen SystemYes
    Additional Equipment• Built-In Oxygen System • Heated Propeller • ElectroAir Keyless Ignition Switch • Electric Trim • Rosen Sun Visors • LED Interior Lighting • LED Exterior Lighting • Panel-Mounted CO Detector • USB Charging Ports • Vertical Card Compass • ACK 406 MHz ELT • Custom Instrument Panel • Dual Flight Controls • Retractable Landing Gear • Rear Baggage Compartment • Four-Place Cabin
    Year Painted1981
    Exterior Notes• Cream Exterior • Brown, Orange & Gold Accent Striping • Distinctive Mooney 231 Tail Graphics • Mostly Original 1981 Paint • Owner-Rated Exterior: 6.5/10 • Three-Blade MT Propeller • LED Exterior Lighting
    Year Interior2013
    Number of Seats4
    ConfigurationPassenger
    Interior Notes• Cream Leather Seating • Owner-Rated Interior: 8/10 • Seats Refurbished September 2013 • Side Panels Refurbished March 2014 • Carpet Replaced December 2016 • Individual Pilot & Copilot Seats • Rear Passenger Bench Seating • Coordinated Cream & Tan Interior • Upholstered Cabin Side Panels • Rosen Sun Visors • LED Interior Lighting • Rear Baggage Compartment
    Inspection Status• Annual Inspection Completed July 6, 2026 • Airframe, Engine & Propeller Approved for Return to Service • Engine Compression Check Completed • Landing Gear Retraction & Emergency Extension Tested • Engine Oil & Filter Changed • Engine Run-Up Completed • Turbocharger V-Band Clamp AD Addressed • No Open ADs Reported at July 2026 Annual • Altimeter/Static System Tested August 2, 2026 • Transponder Tested August 2, 2026 • ELT Battery Replacement Due July 2029 • Complete Logbooks Available • Times Subject to Change
    AirworthyYes
    Year1981|
    ManufacturerMOONEY|
    ModelM20K 231|
    Serial Number25-0543|
    Registration #N414MS|
    ConditionUsed|
    FlightRulesIFR|
    Based atKSPA|
    Total Time2,912.9|
    Max Takeoff Weight2,900 lb|
    Basic Empty Weight1,950 lb|
    Useful Load950 lb|
    Fuel Capacity Volume78.6 gal|
    Complete LogsYes|
    Airframe Notes• Complete Logbooks • July 2026 Annual Inspection • 2,912.9 Hours TTAF at Last Annual • Retractable Tricycle Landing Gear • Landing Gear Retraction Test Completed • Emergency Gear Extension Tested • Flight Controls Lubricated • Wheel Bearings Lubricated • ELT Inspected July 2026 • ELT Battery Due July 2029 • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • Four-Place Cabin • Aircraft Continues to Be Flown|
    Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL TSIO360LB |
    Engine Horsepower210 HP|
    Engine 1 Time743.9 SMOH |
    Engine TBO1800|
    Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul1056.1|
    TurbochargedYes|
    Engine Notes• Continental TSIO-360-LB Turbocharged Engine • 210 HP • Turbo Plus Intercooler • Merlin Automatic Wastegate • GAMI Fuel Injectors • Fine Wire Spark Plugs • ElectroAir Electronic Ignition • ElectroAir Keyless Ignition Switch • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • July 2026 Annual Inspection • Engine Oil & Filter Changed • Engine Compression Check Completed • Engine Ground Run Completed • No Leaks Reported at Annual • Turbocharger V-Band Clamp AD Addressed • Applicable ADs Complied With as of July 2026 Inspection • Engine Approved for Return to Service|
    Prop ManufacturerMT|
    Prop ModelMTV-12-D|
    Prop Time407.8 SOH |
    Number of Blades3|
    Blade CompositionComposite|
    Swept Blade PropellersYes|
    Prop Notes• Three-Blade MT Propeller • Goodrich/Goodyear Hot Prop System • 407.8 Hours Since Overhaul • July 2026 Propeller Inspection • No Open ADs Reported at Last Inspection • Approved for Return to Service|
    Modifications/Conversions• Turbo Plus Intercooler Installation • Merlin Automatic Wastegate • GAMI Fuel Injector System • ElectroAir Electronic Ignition • CiES Digital Fuel Senders • Three-Blade MT Composite Propeller • Custom Upgraded Avionics Panel • Heated Propeller System|
    Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/ModelASPEN AVIONICS EFD1000 PRO PFD |
    Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/ModelAVIDYNE IFD540 |
    GPS 1 Manufacturer/ModelAVIDYNE IFD540 |
    Auto PilotYes|
    Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelBENDIX/KING KFC200 |
    ADS-B EquippedYes|
    WAASYes|
    Engine MonitorYes|
    Avionics/Radios• Aspen EFD1000 Pro PFD • Avidyne IFD540 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM • Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM • Avidyne AXP322 ADS-B Out Transponder (Owner Reported — Verify) • Avidyne MLB100 ADS-B In Receiver • Bendix/King KFC 200 Autopilot • JPI EDM930 Digital Engine Monitor • PS Engineering PMA8000B Audio Panel • Sandia SAI340 Quattro Standby Flight Instrument • Davtron Digital Chronometer • Vertical Card Compass • Panel-Mounted CO Detector • Custom Avionics Panel • USB Charging Ports • Yoke-Mounted Electric Trim • Altimeter/Static System Tested 08/02/2026 • Transponder Certified 08/02/2026 • IFR Certifications Through August 2028, Subject to Applicable Reinspection Requirements|
    Oxygen SystemYes|
    Additional Equipment• Built-In Oxygen System • Heated Propeller • ElectroAir Keyless Ignition Switch • Electric Trim • Rosen Sun Visors • LED Interior Lighting • LED Exterior Lighting • Panel-Mounted CO Detector • USB Charging Ports • Vertical Card Compass • ACK 406 MHz ELT • Custom Instrument Panel • Dual Flight Controls • Retractable Landing Gear • Rear Baggage Compartment • Four-Place Cabin|
    Year Painted1981|
    Exterior Notes• Cream Exterior • Brown, Orange & Gold Accent Striping • Distinctive Mooney 231 Tail Graphics • Mostly Original 1981 Paint • Owner-Rated Exterior: 6.5/10 • Three-Blade MT Propeller • LED Exterior Lighting|
    Year Interior2013|
    Number of Seats4|
    ConfigurationPassenger|
    Interior Notes• Cream Leather Seating • Owner-Rated Interior: 8/10 • Seats Refurbished September 2013 • Side Panels Refurbished March 2014 • Carpet Replaced December 2016 • Individual Pilot & Copilot Seats • Rear Passenger Bench Seating • Coordinated Cream & Tan Interior • Upholstered Cabin Side Panels • Rosen Sun Visors • LED Interior Lighting • Rear Baggage Compartment|
    Inspection Status• Annual Inspection Completed July 6, 2026 • Airframe, Engine & Propeller Approved for Return to Service • Engine Compression Check Completed • Landing Gear Retraction & Emergency Extension Tested • Engine Oil & Filter Changed • Engine Run-Up Completed • Turbocharger V-Band Clamp AD Addressed • No Open ADs Reported at July 2026 Annual • Altimeter/Static System Tested August 2, 2026 • Transponder Tested August 2, 2026 • ELT Battery Replacement Due July 2029 • Complete Logbooks Available • Times Subject to Change|
    AirworthyYes|
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