Purchasing an early 206
I am considering buying an old 206A that has been, like most, converted to B2 spec. This is to be used on an AOC. My worry is that, while the machine is going to be cheap (in helicopter terms at least), I may be stuck with it. The price of 206s it seems is falling, at the same time as the cost of parts is rising, as well as I suspect maintenance costs are getting more expensive. I am not keen on buying another R44 as the brick wall effect wreaks havoc with the costs of ownership. But does anybody have experience of trying to sell an older 206 and give advice on the reliability they have encountered with it? I will only buy after a detailed inspection before purchase, including a compressor split.