hi huntsman,
If you want lots of info on the R44 go to
www.robinsonheli.com . There you'll find everything you want to know.
I must say though, i got a flight in a new R44 Raven today, and (as everyone else says) the hydraulics make such a difference. im not too sure about the price but it should tell you on the website.
Hope this helps a little bit
*Update*: I've just checked and the basic price for an R44 Raven is US$294,000
[This message has been edited by piloteddy (edited 21 October 2000).]