1948 Piper Vagabond
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Up for sale is a very nice and pristine Piper PA-17 Vagabond. Not many around! Unique and awesome plane to fly. Had a total restoration several years ago. Only about 85 hours since and includes a few very desirable upgrades. Always hangered! Open the Display Specs Page for more detailed information.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kenneth Schwartz
barnstormers.com
|
$48,000
|
Lincoln, CA | Jul 10, 2026 | 10 days | Active |
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About This Piper Vagabond
This 1948 Piper Vagabond is a 2-seat single engine piston . There are currently 2 Vagabond aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $48,000 to $52,500. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $48,000.
The Vagabond cruises at 78 kts (144 km/h) with a range of 220 nm (407 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 4.5 GPH (17 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $28/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Vagabond — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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