I'd decide what airplane is right for my "mission", then find
one like it to rent and get my IFR rating. When it's buying
time it'll sure look better to the insurance company if you
have more than 160TT, plus 40hrs or so in type, plus of course
the IFR rating. You may be able to shop around more and
have more options (insurance-wise) , not to mention you'd be
pretty comfortable in that type. Like others have mentioned,
by then you'd have a good grip on what you liked or didnt
like about the Nav equipment, and the quirks of the type, which
would help you refine your airplane choice. Your "mission"
might change in that time also, got a spouse? May
need more than what your initial idea was.
Make a list of steps you need to take to reach the ultimate
owning goal, and you'll be there before you know it.


Chris
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