This 1981 Mooney M20J 201 Is a Sleek ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

Well-maintained speedster features glass panel avionics, resealed fuel tanks, and overhauled Hartzell Q-Tip propeller.

Wednesday, September 09, 2026 at 09:00 AM ET

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1981 Mooney M20J 201 [Credit: Robert Bieler]

Key Takeaways:

The 1981 Mooney M20J 201 is highlighted as "Today's Top Pick" for its exceptional blend of aerodynamic efficiency, speed, and fuel economy, making it a favorite for cross-country owner-operators.
This specific aircraft boasts an "Anniversary Edition" paint, 3,590 total hours with no damage history, complete logs, and meticulous care by Mooney Service Centers.
It features a dependable engine with 1,558 hours since major overhaul, recent maintenance, and a thoroughly modernized IFR panel including an Aspen EFD1000 Pro PFD and Garmin GTN 650 WAAS.
Priced at $149,000, this well-maintained Mooney M20J 201, located in Carlsbad, California, offers a 946-pound useful load and is ready for its next speed-conscious pilot.

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