Waco folks....Im in the market for a Waco and having a hard time finding some clear cut discussions about the pros vs cons of buying a late model (mid 90's) Waco classic YMF-5c or a vintage UPF-7. Now before any freaks out...Im not talking about the "collector" or historic value. Im very aware of those differences, but Im looking for something great to fly and with a frequent flier I see a lot of value in modern avionics, Jacobs 275hp engine, lower time, and in most cases in my price range just better looking overall. Id love to hear opinions from those who have considered both or have maybe even owned both at some time. Im curious about flying characteristics, maintenance, or any other info to sway me in a particular direction. Thanks for any input!
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Waco Classic YMF-5 vs. Vintage Waco UPF-7
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