In article writes:
Alan wrote:

The CT seems to start around $106K, with the LS up around $128K. Other
interesting options go even higher. It sort of makes finding an old
C-150/152 sound like a pretty good idea. It looks like insurance on
an LSA may also be a good bit more expensive.

I did notice that one can rent a 152 for less than one can rent an
LSA.

Apples and oranges.

Why would you make that claim?

I don't fully disagree that they are different, but in many of the
factors I was thinking of, the 152 can come out on top. For example,
some have objected to the Rotax engines, preferring Lycoming or
Continental. The 152 (or 150) is well known by service folks, pretty
much anywhere. You can take the 152 out of the country if you wish.

Yes, the 150/152 is not sexy. However, most all I have seen have at
least attitude indicator, heading indicator, and turn coordinator.
(These were popular to have in planes that might be trainers.) It
seems that many LSAs don't have any of these.

Now, the LSA has the *NEW* feature, somewhat different, some may be
more fun to fly. Yes, I even probably want one. However, at the price,
I need to convince myself it makes more sense than a cessna for half the
price (or less).

Alan