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Lovingly restored World War II era rare plane for sale

13:25 pm on 2 May 2023

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A classic aeroplane from the World War II era - and one of only six of its kind still in perfect flying condition - is up for auction in Blenheim.

The two-seater Ryan STM-S2 has only clocked up 263 engine hours in its 82-year life.

Striking images of the monochromatic aircraft cruising over the Marlborough Sounds have been posted to a TradeMe listing, and for 320-thousand dollars - and the blessing of its current owner - it could be all yours.

Noel Kruse is the owner of the plane, who he calls 'Charlie'. He talks to Jesse.