1966 Piper Cherokee 235
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHStandard six pack. A new Turn Coordinator was installed and the altimeter was overhauled in 2024. Static lines replaced in 2024. UAvionics ADS-B Out tail beacon installed. Wheel pants are all included even though main wheels were removed at time of pictures.
Description
This aircraft is an incredible family mover with a recently overhauled engine/prop and a fresh annual. It is ready to carry you on your next business trip or family adventure! Additionally, this aircraft would make a very good trainer for a private pilot looking to further their training in their own plane! The major maintenance items have been covered over the last couple of years which makes this plane ready to fly into the foreseeable future!
Engine
Exhaust and Engine mounts replaced in January of 2023. Engine and Prop both overhauled in November of 2023. Compressions at last annual were: 76 / 77 / 78 / 76 / 78 / 75
Propeller
Single Pane windshield and Laminar Flow Systems aileron speed mods installed. Annual Completed 1/27/2026, and all necessary actions were completed.
Interior
Interior was last replaced in 1999, and it is in very good condition. This aircraft is very comfortable to fly in, and it has a unique carbon fiber panel cover with LED instrument lights installed.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Christopher Plasek
trade-a-plane.com
|
$139,999
|
owatonna, MN | Jun 02, 2026 | 45 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 235
This 1966 Piper Cherokee 235 (N8973W) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,694 hours on the airframe. There are currently 38 Cherokee 235 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $89,950 to $195,906. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $139,999.
The Cherokee 235 cruises at 130 kts (241 km/h) with a range of 745 nm (1,380 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13 GPH (49 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $81/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cherokee 235 — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8973W.
Location & Ownership
Title 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.
We'll check N8973W against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $106,525–$145,624.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
