This Cessna 172N Skyhawk is a great training aircraft. It also offers inexpensive transportation for 4 people. It features an impressive IFR avionics suite, including a Garmin 430 color GPS/NAV/COMM, a Bendix/King KX-155 navcomm, a Garmin 340 audio panel, ADF, transponder, and even a HSI (horizontal situation indicator). It's available for $125 per hour (including fuel).
Engine: Lycoming O-320, 160hp | Seats: 4 | Useful load: see POH
Cruise speed: 120 KTAS | Fuel capacity: 43 gals