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The Sundowner is a continuation of the Musketeer series Beech created in 1963. In 1970, Beech renamed the 180-hp Musketeer the C23 Sundowner. The Sundowner is a four-seat aircraft equipped with a Lycoming O-360 engine and was positioned between the Beech Sport and Beech Sierra. Although fixed gear, it outperforms the Sport in both speed and capacity. The cruise speed was increased by 8 to 10 knots by changing the cowling shape. Production of the Sundowner continued until 1983.
Easy entry is provided by doors on both sides of the cabin and the cabin is roomy and comfortable with large windows and high seating position providing good visibility.
Comparable in speed to a Cessna 172, the Sundowner generally pleases owners with the performance it achieves. Beech is known for accurate aircraft manuals and the Sundowner was no exception with climb rates close to that published in the manual. The handling is precise, smooth, very responsive, and stable in turbulent air.
This could very well be the best Sundowner flying today. With the complete restoration between 2003 and 2006, you can experience immediate pride in ownership. This Sundowner is equally ready to fly for your next $100 hamburger or cross-country flight. All it needs is you!
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