"Dude" wrote in message ...
What particular models are you considering?

It's kind of ranged around as we learned more and thought more
carefully about what we want to do. But, in addition to the Cherokee
140, I've considered Aeronca Champ, but would prefer a Sedan. I've
thought seriously about a Maule, but can't seem to find one in good
enough shape in our price range. The Stinson 108 models seem pretty
well suited too. I'd think the J3 cub would be too slow for our
intended uses.

I learned in a 172 but would like to buy something else. With all due
respect to many worthy 172s out there, it just seems like a boring
plane. That's my own opinion, YMMV of course.

I like the Diamond Eclipse that I rent sometimes, but it's a little
snug for my 6' 3" height. And, is a little difficult to have much
luggage or dog in too. However, I'm not in much danger of buying one
due to it's price.

We've condsidered a Taylorcraft or Luscombe, but haven't yet had a
chance to see them up close to see if I'd fit and the dog would be
comfortable. Their useful loads seem too low in any case.

There are other possibles too, like a Cessna 170, but I'm looking for
something I could buy resonably soon and not have to wait forever to
find one of the few being sold.

-Malcolm