On Jun 11, 8:47*pm, "mbremer216" wrote:
Hello:

I currently own a 68 cherokee 180. Had it for 8 years. I'm IFR rated with
over 600 hours.

I'm looking for a faster ride for me, the Mrs. and a small dog. I'm not too
interested in a turbo to fly high as the wife and dog are opposed to flying
on O2 (I know that will put a limit on the speed, but thems the breaks!).

I have been looking at Mooney (M20J).

Well the Mooney is the perfect plane for what you want to do. Its also
very, very fuel efficient. The O2 issue really depends on where you
live. I live in California so we have to wear O2 anytime we fly East
just to avoid getting rocks in our teeth.
You may want to consider the M20F as well. Its a little bit slower
than the M20J but quiet a bit less expensive.
Also, all avionics installations costs extra in a Mooney (all shops
add a Mooney sur-charge) so try to find a plane with the radios you
want vs. trying to add them yourself.

-Robert