Award Winning Stinson 108-3

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Stinson Flying Station Wagon, Grand Champion Classic, Once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase the nicest 108-3, converted to 108-5 by the iconic Butch Walsh AND George Heinley.  One of two Stinson’s rebuilt by Butch to win Grand Champion Classic @ Oshkosh and Sun N Fun.  Only 260 hours since rebuild, vintage classic workmanship shows throughout the entire airplane with exceptional paint still rated 11/10. 180 HP converts this 108-3 to a 108-5, strong compressions, needs nothing but another proud owner to care for her! If you’re looking for the nicest Stinson 108 in the world, here she is!

Paint: 11/10, completed post rebuild in 1999 by Butch Walsh, overall Boston Maroon with Diana cream striping, paint shines to a reflection, also good for a mirror.   Restored to original 1948 vintage quality, fabric rated 10/10, no blemishes. Always hangared, operated exclusively in WI since rebuild.

Interior:  10/10 completed during rebuild in 1999, pilot/co-pilot beige leather seating, 2nd row Maroon, coordinated sidewalls maroon / wood trim.  Beautiful craftsmanship.

Annual :  Signed off 10/2025, compressions 78/76/78/74/74/72 over 80.  VFR certs in progress.

Contact:
Brittnie Brink
651.402.0424
sales@elevatedaircraft.com

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Airframe

Registration Number NC6233M
Serial Number: 180-4233
Annual Status: 10/2025
Total Time: 260 Since Rebuild
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Engine

Model: 6A-335-B1
Engine Time: 260 SMOH by George Heinley

Propeller

Model: McCauley 2A31C21-DE
Propeller Time: 260 SPOH

Avionics

  • Garmin GNC 250XL GPS/COM
  • King KT76A Transponder
  • King Encoder AK350
  • Flight Com 403 Intercom – 4 Place

Modifications

  • Converted to 108-5, factory 108-3, 180 HP converts to 108-5
  • Fuselage stripped, cleaned, inspected, zin chromated
  • New Fabric Superflite
  • New rudder cables
  • New windows
  • Cleveland brakes
  • Accessories refurbishment
  • 3 light strobe system
  • Refurbished all steam gauges
  • New avionics
  • Zero time 180 hp franklin engine
  • Zero time c-21 McCauley propeller w/ woodward governor
  • Custom paint and new interior (vintage restore)

Equipment

History:

  • Complete rebuild by Butch Walsh 1999
  • Oshkosh Grand Champion Classic 1999
  • Sun N Fun Grand Champion Classic 2000
  • Butch Walsh restored/converted to 108-5 in honor of George Heinley (founder of the Franklin Engine Company)
  • Current Owner purchased from Butch Walsh in 2000, stored and operated in Wisconsin
  • Always hangared since rebuild, exclusively flown in WI, no damage since rebuild
  • Additionally owned by George Heinley early 1990’s-1998
  • Detailed photos of rebuild available as requested

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Contact:
Brittnie Brink
651.402.0424
sales@elevatedaircraft.com

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