Joe, around here, it's almost impossible to even find a 150/152. We're busy thrashing on 172's.
Once those are done, we'll move to the 182's!
Around here, planes go for about $100 for a 10 hour block rate. Instructors should be about $40 an hour. Fly a lot, don't get discouraged and have fun!
Yeah, taking a break in the middle of training does set you back. I took a little time off, my solo endorsement expired and now I get to solo again. At the rate I'm going now, I should have my ticket by the end of the year. I'm cramming for my written test at the moment and just need 10 hours of solo time. Then the two finals tests.
Good luck! Watch "One Six Right"... Should still be on Hulu.com...