1943 Piper J-3 Cub
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Piper J3C-65, 90 hp Rolls Royce. RAR- Restoration 2018 and new Continental cylinders. A completely restored aircraft. After professional restoration from the ground up, every detail has been attended to with precision. The airframe has undergone sandblasting and powder coating process, ensuring durability and longevity. A clean interior, featuring new floorboards and windows. Every aspect of this aircraft exudes excellence.
Interior
9/10
Exterior
9/10 Red White - Nose Art - Hilda by Duane Bryers
Modifications / STCs
• Dual Wing tank 2 x 68 Liters
• Large Goodyear Tyres 8"x4"
• Tail Alaskan Bushwheel
• Tail Fork
• Cold weather heating accessory
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Luc De Causmaecker
planecheck.com
|
$68,790 *
€ 59,990
|
Germany | May 03, 2026 | 75 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper J-3 Cub
This 1943 Piper J-3 Cub (D-EJIN) is a 2-seat single engine piston . There are currently 30 J-3 Cub aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $29,723 to $99,762. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $68,790.
The J-3 Cub cruises at 65 kts (120 km/h) with a range of 191 nm (354 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 11,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 4 GPH (15 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $25/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper J-3 Cub — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (D-EJIN) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Germany
DE
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $60,374–$67,624.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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