[cashflyer]

notfarnow... Piets are good bang for the buck. I personally would not buy one with an automobile engine. I would get one with a small Continental engine. I've read that the prices on these planes are very affordable - probably due to the open cockpit, and the fact that they are not factory built. Be sure and inspect the plane thoroughly. Inspect build quality, and inspect for wood deficiencies (rot, cracks, etc).

Matt... You are right, of course. Family is always more important than a hobby. I see a lot of the guys around the airport are older, and I'm sure it has to do with home being paid off, kids being out and on their own, etc.