1945 Grumman F8F-2 BearcatSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • CA, USA
This 1945 Grumman F8F-2 Bearcat, serial number 1053, presents a remarkably preserved example of the World War II fighter with a total time of 992 hours since new. Owned by the noted warbird collector Mustang Mike since 1963, the aircraft comes with complete Navy log books from new and has been meticulously hangar kept, described as being in immaculate condition. Its civilian paint scheme was applied in 1965 and is reported to still show as it did when first applied.
The aircraft is IFR-capable and is a two-seat model. A significant inventory of spare parts, collected over fifty years ago, is also available with the sale. This Bearcat has a...
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Military / Warbird
- Flight Rules
- IFR
- Seats
- 2
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 992 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 992 hrs (SNEW)
- Logbook Status
- Complete Navy Log Books Since New
- Inspection Status
- Complete Log Books Since New Hangar Kept Immaculate Condition
Interior & Exterior
- Paint Year
- 1965
- Exterior Notes
- The Civilian Paint Scheme Was Applied In 1965 And Still Shows Like The Day It Was Applied.
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
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Aircraft Location
CA, USA
Listing Details
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- Aircraft has been stored in a hangar for many years, untouched. Not airworthy. Logbooks lost. Comes with original Airworthiness Certificate, several maintenance/work order invoices, and service manuals. Registration has been transferred to estate executors for an easy ownership transfer. Sold AS IS, WHERE IS. Buyer responsible for removal within a reasonable time after sale. Aircraft is not flyable and must be transported. Excellent project or parts opportunity for Grumman enthusiasts. Link to more pictures and work orders: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10Fn9mZKQlX1rMvV__Zy7HFwY2_I5-R6s?usp=sharing Listing Broker: Evan Seitz Seitz Aviation, LLC 425-478-7163 seitzaviation@gmail.com ALL FUNDS INCLUDING THE DEPOSIT WILL GO THROUGH ESCROW. The Seller / Agent provides the aircraft information herein to assist buyers with their consideration. Efforts are made to be as accurate as possible but errors and omissions are possible. All Specifications, features, equipment, times, status and condition are Buyer's responsibility to verify prior to closing. Seller and Agent are not liable to provide equipment, features, inspections or any consideration from errors or omissions found after closing. Aircraft, equipment and prices are subject to change without notice and are subject to availability, prior sale and/or removal from market. Need help buying or selling aircraft? Check out our services we offer: https://www.seitzaviation.com/
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