Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
Here's your perfect chance to learn to fly. Can't think of a better airplane for that! Do you or your brother have kids? Pass it down... its your dad's legacy.

Ive seen the airplane before... stopped in at D-J-Perry Airport about a year ago. It seems like I recall it was very original. I recall it has a checkerboard paint pattern on the tail. Just like mine and many others, it just needs a little TLC.

Terry, thanks for responding. Neither my brother nor I have kids but I would still love to keep it in the family. The only problem is right now I havent the financial means to learn to fly or to restore the T/Craft. Someday I might but not this year, and my mother is actually the owner now so its basically her decision. I would love to keep it in my general area of OKC. so I could follow its progress and maybe someday even fly in it again and who knows maybe buy it back! Unfortuneately thats where we stand right now. I am going to email some pics out tonight that I havent emailed yet. I have to go right now but will be back later............Thanks Mike

[taylorcraftbc65]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
If your family doesn't need the money, and you ever had the desire to share what the Eagles know, this is the PERFECT time and situation to do it.
I started flying in a 7AC Champ when I was fourteen years old, but was never able to own my own ship till I was in my late thirties. Renting was SOOO expensive that I eventually built my own ultralights, and flew them.
It wasn't till 2004 that I owned my BC-65, and I would not sell her for ANY amount of money.
If you learn to fly in your father's ship, it will cost you a fraction of the amount it would normally cost you to get your licence.
Then, just take her up on a cross country flight some night, away from any city lights, relax, and listen to your dad tell you flying stories.
My dad flew, but I never got the chance to fly with him, or to fly any planes he flew. You have a RARE opportunity.
Yours in Flight, Brie

[Buell Powell]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
Terry is right. If you decide to keep it bet you will have plenty of help from other T/crafters -the forum is a great place to start. It would cost a fraction of what renting a plane will and about 1000 times the fun and will appreciate in value. Hope you can keep it-or find a good home close to where you live for it.
Buell

[barnstmr]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
Here's your perfect chance to learn to fly. Can't think of a better airplane for that! Do you or your brother have kids? Pass it down... its your dad's legacy.

Ive seen the airplane before... stopped in at D-J-Perry Airport about a year ago. It seems like I recall it was very original. I recall it has a checkerboard paint pattern on the tail. Just like mine and many others, it just needs a little TLC.

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike: I will be home tonight doing taxes$#@! I would love to see your e-mail pics. If you are able to talk, e-mail me your number and I will call. Thanks. Doc

Doc, I will email you on Thurs. had some things come up tonight.........Mike

[Doc]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike: I will be home tonight doing taxes$#@! I would love to see your e-mail pics. If you are able to talk, e-mail me your number and I will call. Thanks. Doc

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Hello Mike: It is a sad thing to lose your father so quickly. My father died of the same affliction. Please accept my condolences. I am in Bulverde, TX (San Antonio) and finishing up a Feb/46 BC12-D (SN 6965) total restoration. I would like to discuss your Dad's ship with you. Please contact me at [email protected] at your leisure. If possible, I can fly up to OK to meet with you. Thanks. Doc

Thanks for your kind words Doc. I will email you, thanks..........Mike

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Roy was my grandafather, passed away about 2-3 years ago, Larry is my uncle. If you ever came down to our shop, we are still there. I am at the hanger Tues, Thurs, and Sat. I would be happy to come look at the bird and value it for you.

mike

Yea that would be good. out of those 3 days you mentioned Sat. is the best day for me. Lets keep in touch..........Mike

[Doc]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Hello Mike: It is a sad thing to lose your father so quickly. My father died of the same affliction. Please accept my condolences. I am in Bulverde, TX (San Antonio) and finishing up a Feb/46 BC12-D (SN 6965) total restoration. I would like to discuss your Dad's ship with you. Please contact me at [email protected] at your leisure. If possible, I can fly up to OK to meet with you. Thanks. Doc

[Ragwing nut]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Roy was my grandafather, passed away about 2-3 years ago, Larry is my uncle. If you ever came down to our shop, we are still there. I am at the hanger Tues, Thurs, and Sat. I would be happy to come look at the bird and value it for you.

mike

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Hey Chet, I remember you well. My father spoke of you quite often as a matter of fact. He always talked about the beautiful airplanes you restored. I believe I met you a couple of times way back when. Thanks for your kind words. My father passed very suddenly on Feb.8th of a ruptured aortic aneurism. He had been feeling good and showed no signs that anything was wrong in the weeks and months leading up to his death. Still pretty much in shock over the whole thing.

Unfortuneately we are looking to sell the ol t/craft because no one else in the family flies. I would definately like some advise on where to turn next and would like very much to speak with you. Thanks for offering to speak with me. I look forward to it........Mike

[Chet Peek]

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M:Like, I knew your father when we both used to go the to antique club meets. Sorry to hear of his passing. I know the plane also, so if I can be of any help, just call

Chet Peek 405-364-7351

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
Send me a few pics too please.Thanks

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Im going to get a few more pics of it this week then I will email them to you. Thanks.............Mike

[okmike]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

I knew George. Last name escapes me right now, is it Blackwell? My uncle used to do the annuals for him. I am located down the street at Paradise. How much are you asking for it?

Mike Redpath

Close, its Blackmore....Is your Uncle Roy or Larry?
As far as price, im not to sure at the moment. I know what my dad thought it was worth. Thats kind of why im here, is to see what you guys thought it might sell for and maybe get some offers....

[crispy critter]

Re: Needing to sell my fathers 1946 BC-12D

Mike,
Send me a few pics too please.Thanks

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