Threre are a few 'N' reg machines around for hire. By way of an example, there is a very nice 'N' reg. Piper Lance available at North Weald which I fly sometimes. PM me and I'll let you have the owners details.
Remember that you can exercise FULL IR priviliges with an FAA IR provided you're in an 'N' reg aeroplane. Plus as a bonus, if you don't already have an IMC rating, the CAA will GIVE you one!
(Actually, they'll charge you almost £80 for one - but you get the point!
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