2001 Citation CJ1 | 525-0425

Client:VR Leasing
Service:Acquisition and Sale

After eight years of flying their Citation CJ1, this client needed greater range and capability to support growing mission demands but didn’t have time to navigate the complex upgrade process alone. Having made mistakes in their first purchase, they wanted expert guidance and trusted recommendations.

They turned to The Jet Agent, where our team began by analyzing mission requirements and presenting carefully selected CJ2+ and CJ3 options tailored to their needs. Our market insight uncovered a CJ3 that hadn’t yet been publicly listed, giving the client a first-mover advantage.

While we managed the purchase of the new CJ3, our team also handled the sale of the CJ1, marketing it strategically and securing top dollar.

The aircraft sold in 103 days in a market where the average days on market for a CJ1 was 172 days – that’s 40% faster than average while maximizing the sales price at the top end of the range.

Both transactions closed within just a few weeks of each other—smoothly, efficiently, and without disrupting the client’s busy schedule.

By combining deep market knowledge, negotiation expertise, and hands-on transaction management, we turned what could have been an overwhelming process into a confident, seamless upgrade path.

2001 Citation CJ1 525-0425 - The Jet Agent

“Upgrading from our CJ1, which we had purchased eight years earlier, to a more capable aircraft was a significant decision driven by the need for greater range to support our missions. To navigate the complexities of this process, I sought recommendations from others who had recently purchased aircraft.

The Jet Agent came highly recommended, particularly Denise and her team. Given my busy schedule running the company, I didn’t have the bandwidth to dive into the countless details involved in upgrading an aircraft – details that are crucial to getting it right. Having made a few mistakes during our first purchase, I knew how important it was to have experienced guidance.

The Jet Agent team was there for us every step of the way. They began by understanding our mission requirements and then presented CJ2+ and CJ3 options tailored to our needs. It quickly became clear that they had an excellent grasp of the current market and availability. In fact, we ultimately selected an aircraft that hadn’t even hit the market yet.

The process involved numerous intricate steps, and Denise worked seamlessly with our legal representative to ensure everything was handled correctly. From the initial search to the final paperwork, The Jet Agent team’s attention to detail was outstanding.

Without their expertise, the deal could have easily fallen apart.

In the end, Jon sold our CJ1, and we successfully closed on both transactions – our CJ1 and the CJ3 – within just a few weeks of each other. Both deals were completed at fair market prices, leaving all parties satisfied.

We couldn’t be happier with The Jet Agent’s professionalism and expertise. If you’re considering buying or selling a jet, I wholeheartedly recommend their team.”

John Van Baren
John Van Baren

President

2001 Citation CJ1 525-0425 - The Jet Agent
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