1965 Piper Cherokee 180
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHDescription
This Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee has been privately owned for many years and clearly reflects the consistent care and responsible stewardship it has received. N8912J is a solid, dependable aircraft that combines performance, simplicity, and affordability, making it an excellent choice for personal travel, time-building, or a first aircraft purchase. Located in Weed, CA, it is truly turnkey and ready for its next chapter with a pilot who values a classic, well-maintained Cherokee. Check our inventory at
Engine
Lycoming O-360A20
Interior
Good condition cloth interior
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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American Pride Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
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$79,000
|
Weed | Mar 20, 2026 | 120 days | Active | |
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American Pride Aviation
amprideaviation.com
|
$85,000
|
— | Apr 08, 2026 | 101 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 180
This 1965 Piper Cherokee 180 (N8912J) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 6,209 hours on the airframe. There are currently 87 Cherokee 180 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $9,800 to $235,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $79,000.
The Cherokee 180 cruises at 124 kts (230 km/h) with a range of 630 nm (1,167 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,150 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9.5 GPH (36 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $59/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cherokee 180 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8912J.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Weed
Seller reportedTitle 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
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $65,684–$93,750.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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