1941 Waco UPF-7 for sale

1941 Waco UPF-7

Single Engine Piston

CLEAN HISTORY FOR SALE
$268,000
Location Faribault, MN
Total Time 5,343 hrs
Engine SMOH 280 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # 5765
Reg # N32133
Damage History Clean per seller
Cruise 99 kts (183 km/h)
ICAO Type WACF
⚠ 4 NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR

ADS-B IN/Out GTX 345 with bluetooth. 205 XL Com and GPS. FS 450 Fuel computer PM 1000 II Intercom

Description

280 Hours since full 2010 Reman by RARE and on Air Repair W670 and Curtis Reed prop. Cleveland wheels and brakes. jasco Alternator. Garmin GTX 345 transponder ADSB in/out with bluetooth. GNS 250XL gps com. PM1000II three place intercom. FS-450 Fuel computer. Two place front seat Located at RARE Aircraft. Not just brokers we are builders, maintainers, pilots and buyers. Will provide demo flight with deposit. No damage history, wingtip drags or ground loops since reman. RARE UPF Reman; ALL NEW wood, wings, cables, struts, landing gear, pivots, pulleys, bearings, tail feathers, fuel tanks, oil tank, firewall, exhaust. We leave no stone unturned during a restoration thus the term "reman".

Engine

Air Repair Inc W-670. Major overhaul. Roller Main

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Rare Aircraft
trade-a-plane.com
$268,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Waco UPF-7

This 1941 Waco UPF-7 (N32133) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 5,343 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 UPF-7 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $268,000 to $285,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $268,000.

The UPF-7 cruises at 99 kts (183 km/h) with a range of 348 nm (644 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $99/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 5,343 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,200 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 4 incidents for this airframe.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 4 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,343 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,200 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $240 for pre-purchase inspection

Waco UPF-7 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
99 kts (183 km/h)
Max Speed
165 kts (306 km/h)
Range
348 nm (644 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,650 lbs (1,202 kg)
Useful Load
600 lbs (272 kg)
Horsepower
220 HP
Fuel Burn
16 GPH (61 L/h)
TBO
1,200 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

WACO UPF-7

Fuel Burn
16.0 GPH
~$104/hr
Variable Cost
$200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$40,000
every 1,200 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the WACO UPF-7. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N32133.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Faribault, MN

Seller reported 85 more aircraft in Minnesota →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

4 incidents found in NTSB database for N32133.
accident minor
2000-07-02
BALLY, PA

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane after an aborted takeoff.

accident none
1991-05-15
KEY WEST, FL

A MOMENTARY LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS.

incident none
1989-11-26
KEY WEST, FL

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO ADEQUATELY WATCH FOR PARKED AIRCRAFT AFTER BECOMING DISTRACTED.

accident none
1988-07-06
KEY WEST, FL

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database, checked Mar 18, 2026

Price History

5 price events · sources: hangar67.com, barnstormers.com, trade-a-plane.com

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