1965 Beechcraft Bonanza S35
Single Engine Piston
Equipment & Features
- Seats
- 4
- Engine SMOH
- 1280 hrs
No damage history, exceptionally nice S35 V-Tail with a moderate total time of 6953 This classic 1965 Beechcraft S35 V-Tail Bonanza presents exceptionally well, with excellent paint, good glass, and interior. The aircraft shows well on the ramp and has been recently flown and in current annual til September of 2026. The upgraded uAvionix AV-30 provides a modern digital attitude/heading solution, paired with classic dual KX-170B nav/coms and the standard Beechcraft engine and flight instrumentation. Operating Specs - Beech S35 Bonanza (Factory Performance) (general S-35 specs not necessarily applicable to this particular airplane) Cruise Speed: 165-170 KTAS @ 75% power Range: up to 750 NM depending on power setting Fuel Capacity: 74 gallons usable Climb Rate: 1,120 FPM Service Ceiling: 17,500 ft Takeoff Distance (ground roll): ~1,000 ft Landing Distance (ground roll): ~900 ft The S35 is widely regarded as one of the best-handling Bonanzas ever built, with smooth control harmony, Beechcraft build quality, and efficient cross-country performance. Overall Impression: This is a clean, well-presented S35 Bonanza with strong bones, excellent exterior cosmetics, and a solid engine/prop combination. Equipped with a modern digital AV-30 & Garmin 430 GPS/Nav-Com and ready for immediate flying, it also serves as an ideal platform for avionics upgrades. Great value for a V-Tail in this condition.
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
POPULAR S35 - IO-520 285HP - NEW INTERIOR & PANEL UPGRADE - 6 SEAT OPTION* and Almost New 3-Blade Prop! This classic 1965 Beechcraft S35 V-Tail Bonanza presents exceptionally well, with excellent paint, good glass, and Brand New Interior. The aircraft shows well on the ramp and has been actively flown. The upgraded uAvionix AV-30 (and Garmin 430 upgrade) provides a modern digital attitude/heading solution, paired with dual KX-170B nav/coms IO-520 Beechcraft engine and full flight instrumentation. No damage history. The S35 remains one of the most desirable V-Tails ever produced - offering a 285 HP IO-520 engine, smooth handling, fast cruise speeds, and legendary Beechcraft performance. Perfect as a personal traveler or as a strong platform for the next avionics upgrade. For additional information please call. Excellent financing available with just 10% Down, payments of $829/mo. oac.
Engine
Continental IO-520 The Continental IO-520 is a six-cylinder, horizontally opposed aircraft engine produced by Teledyne Continental Motors. First run in 1963 as a development of the IO-346, it has been produced in versions incorporating fuel injection (IO-520), turbo-charging (TSIO-520), and gearing (GTSIO-520). Time Since Major Overhaul SMOH: 1280 (airplane is being regularly flown - so may be slightly higher) Runs strong; regularly exercised & regularly flown Smooth starts and clean operation
Propeller
3-Blade Hartzell - recent installation
Interior
Blue/white seating - brand new! *Note on 6 seat option: It is our understanding for the S35, Beechcraft introduced a longer cabin specifically to allow for optional 5th and 6th seats. These were commonly called 'Family Seats" situated in the aft baggage area and facing forward. These were designed primarily for Children, Small Adults and Occasional use. These were not equivalent to the full six-seat cabin found in the A-36 Bonanza. If the airplane originally had 4 seats, a mechanic can add the rear seats using: • approved Beech kit • STC seat installation • additional seat belts • revised weight & balance Sometimes the STC is simply the approval for installing additional lap belts and seat brackets. This information comes from a number of sources and should be verified to buyer's own satisfaction. Seller assumes no responsibility in this regard.
Exterior
Excellent exterior paint with classic red/white/blue scheme. Beautiful patriotic paint scheme with high-gloss finish. Good glass. Presents very well in person.
Modifications / STCs
• Wingtip lighting - LED landing lights
• Overhead fresh-air ventilation
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Jets West
controller.com
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$109,500
$119,500
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Corona, CA | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Jets West
trade-a-plane.com
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$109,500
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Corona, CA | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Jets West
controlleremea.co.uk
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$112,682 *
GBP £82,744
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Corona, CA | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Jets West
aviationtrader.com.au
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$113,375
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Corona, California, Australia | Apr 02, 2026 | — | 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 Beechcraft Bonanza S35
This 1965 Beechcraft Bonanza S35 (N1985C) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 6,953 hours on the airframe. There are currently 11 Bonanza S35 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $89,950 to $239,800. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $109,500.
The Bonanza S35 cruises at 168 kts (311 km/h) with a range of 920 nm (1,704 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,858 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14.5 GPH (55 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $80/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $160/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 6,953 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,700 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft Bonanza S35 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N1985C.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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