For Sale at Auction: 1968 AMC Marlin in Owls Head, Maine

Offered with No Reserve is this 1968 Zlin 526F aircraft, registration N104GC. This distinctive Czechoslovakian-built aircraft was generously donated to the Owls Head Transportation Museum with the intent All proceeds from this sale will directly support the mission and legacy of the Owls Head Transportation Museum. Known for its strong performance, responsive handling, and aerobatic capabilities, the Zlin 526F remains a respected and highly recognizable aircraft among aviation enthusiasts and pilots alike. Originally designed as a two-place military and civilian trainer, the Zlin 526F also found favor as an aerobatic competition and exhibition aircraft. This example was flown to Owls Head in 2022 and has since been maintained as part of the Museum's aviation collection. Officially certified as an Experimental Exhibition aircraft, it is powered by a fuel-injected LOM M137A 180-horsepower engine paired with an Avia V503 constant-speed propeller. Recent maintenance includes a completed annual condition inspection performed in June 2026. The aircraft is accompanied by a spare engine, providing added value and future support for continued operation. All available logbooks and service manuals are included and may be reviewed by interested parties upon request. The Zlin 526 series earned an international reputation for its rugged construction, excellent flight characteristics, and impressive aerobatic performance. Produced in Czechoslovakia during the postwar era, these aircraft became popular throughout Europe and abroad as capable trainers and competition aircraft. Their combination of classic styling, responsive controls, and proven reliability continues to attract pilots and collectors today. This No Reserve offering presents an excellent opportunity for aviation enthusiasts, collectors, museums, or pilots seeking a well-documented and historically significant aircraft. With its recent inspection, included spare engine, and strong provenance through the Owls Head Transportation Museum, this Zlin 526F represents a unique chance to acquire a respected aerobatic and training aircraft while supporting an important transportation museum. For additional information or inspection arrangements, interested parties are encouraged to contact auction staff, who will connect prospective buyers with the Owls Head Transportation Museum Aviation Department. Aircraft logbooks, service manuals, inspection records, and related documentation available for review upon request.