I chose a used IFR GPS over new comms gear and it paid off big

Last year on a Piper Archer I had to pick between a $2000 Garmin GPS 155XL from a salvage yard or a brand new com radio for the same money. I went with the GPS and paired it with my existing KX 155. That old 155XL gave me WAAS-like approach capability that saved my butt in low viz over Ohio last November. Has anyone else taken a gamble on used avionics and come out ahead?

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the_luna4d ago

Used gear can be a solid bet if you know what you're looking at and the unit has a good history. That 155XL's approach capability is still legit for the price even if it's not the latest thing.

kim.sandra4d ago

Snag a used backup comm radio later for cheap to pair with that GPS and you've got a solid dual setup without breaking the bank.