Saw this on BeechTalk [beechtalk.com]. Looks like an interesting plane. It uses an O-200 and is 200 lbs lighter than a C150.

Description from ad:

Bolkow-Messerschmitt 208C Junior

Rare 1963 Messerschmitt-built Bolkow 208 C Junior.
2-place aerobatic sport trainer
Assembled around 1985 from airframe imported in mid-1960’s
Airframe and Engine: 860 TT
0-200-A (100hp)
Certified aircraft (normal / utility)

Unique features:
Center stick, Dual throttles, Hand brake
Forward sweep wings (3 degrees)
Cuffed leading edge, Extended wingtips
Stabilator-type horizontal stabilizer with anti-servo tab
Excellent visibility, docile handling
Certified for basic aerobatics (in utility category)
Day VFR

Basic VFR avionics (Becker com, Becker mode C)
GPS plug-in on panel

A really fun basic aerobatic trainer. Planned as a 150-Aerobat competitor. Similar performance and handling.

Interior/Exterior: 8.5/10

Datasheet with additional details available

Contact: Robert
562-209-8270 mobile

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Henry
N2011X - 1965 C182H