Description:
1984 Marquart Charger MA-5 | $55,000
Fresh Overhaul • 190 HP IO-320 • Fully Aerobatic • Ready to Fly
Own a standout biplane with performance and pedigree—this 1984 Marquart Charger MA-5 is a two-place, open-cockpit, tube-and-fabric biplane that delivers both vintage charm and serious aerobatic capability. Powered by a freshly overhauled Ly-Con IO-320 with 190 dyno-tested HP, it features inverted fuel and oil, 10:1 pistons, port-matched cylinders, and a lightweight setup designed for fun, precision flying.
Professionally maintained and flown regularly, this aircraft has a Grove one-piece spring gear, 5-point harnesses, and ADSB In/Out. Always hangared, with a recent Feb 2025 annual, it’s turn-key and ready for its next owner.
🛩️ Aircraft Details:
• Model: Marquart Charger MA-5
• Year Built: 1984
• Total Time (Airframe): 684 hrs
• Location: Livermore, CA (Meadowlark Field)
• Hangared: Always
⚙️ Engine & Performance:
• Engine: Lycoming IO-320 (Fuel Injected)
• Overhaul: 2024 by Ly-Con Inc. – Only 45 hours since
• Upgrades:
◦ 10:1 Pistons
◦ New Camshaft
◦ Port-Matched and Flow Balanced
◦ Dyno Tested: 190 HP
◦ Christen Inverted Oil & Fuel System
• New Components:
◦ SkyTec Lightweight Starter
◦ Battery & Solenoids
🧰 Airframe & Features:
• Grove One-Piece Spring Gear (2020 upgrade)
• ADS-B In & Out
• 5-Point Harnesses
• Dual Aux Wing Tanks (10 gal total)
• Open Cockpit, Two-Place Tandem
• Full Set of Build Plans
• All Logs Since New
• Recent Annual: February 2025
📍 Located in Livermore, CA
📞 Contact: Mark Mullen – Meadowlark Field
📱 Phone: see below
💲 Asking Price: $55,000
A serious biplane for serious fun—fully aerobatic, freshly overhauled, and beautifully maintained.
