Don't ever forget that these quotes for hour and calendar based maintenance are only for INSPECTIONS - NOT rectification! As they say - If you have to ask how much, you probably can't afford it...(but that small consideration has never stopped very many people!)
If you are interested in a machine for pleasure and don't want to get involved in leasebacks or trying to make the thing earn its keep then I would encourage you to find out about permit to fly aircraft through the PFA (
www.pfa.org.uk) or BMAA.
There are plenty of types to suit all tastes (and these days pockets, too) The permit enables you to do as much or as little of the maintenance as you want (or feel confident about), the permit renewal costs £145 a year and your friendly PFA inspector will charge about £100 at renewal time for inspecting the thing.
Hangarage and runway/airstrip costs are likely to be you biggest headache...
Good Luck! (and if you haven't decided by July2003 get yerself down to Kemble for the PFA Rally)