1962 Piper Cherokee 160
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Well-maintained and reliable 1962 Piper PA-28-160 Cherokee, upgraded with a Lycoming O-360-A1A (180 HP) engine and constant speed propeller for improved performance. Always hangared. Currently located at Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB). Aircraft Details: Airframe TTSN: 3,232.5 hours Engine TSOH: 288.8 hours Propeller TSOH: 33.9 hours Fresh Annual April 2026 Additional Information: Engine upgrade completed under Avcon Industries STC (SA793CE). Clean, reliable aircraft in great overall condition. This aircraft has been carefully maintained and is in great condition. Ideal for training, time-building, or personal use.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Douglas Wilson
trade-a-plane.com
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$95,000
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Delta, BC | Apr 15, 2026 | 94 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 160
This 1962 Piper Cherokee 160 (C-GIWI) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,232 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 Cherokee 160 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $47,258 to $109,900. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $95,000.
The Cherokee 160 cruises at 119 kts (220 km/h) with a range of 474 nm (878 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cherokee 160 — 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 (C-GIWI) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $63,011–$90,500.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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