1968 Piper Arrow for sale

1968 Piper Arrow

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$69,900Great Deal
Location Mckinney, TX
Total Time 6,205 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,943 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 28R-30526
Reg # N4637J
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH

Garmin GNS430 WAAS Garmin GI 106A VOR/ILS King KX125 NAV/COM King KT76 Mode-C Transponder Free Flight Systems FDL-978-TXL ADS-B Out with in-built WAAS GPS 4 place intercom DME Upgraded AutoControl III autopilot with wing leveler

heading control and radio tracker Electric Trim EGT Gauge Avionics Master Switch PA700 vertical card compass Plane Power AL12-C60 lightweight alternator (2020) SkyTek lightweight starter Hobbs Meter Plush gray interior is clean and cozy

Description

N4637J is a beautiful looking IFR certified 1968 Piper Arrow 180 in a four-color paint scheme in Vestal White, Blue Metallic, Charcoal Gray and Jet Black. Equipped with a fuel injected Lycoming IO-360-BIE 180HP engine, retractable gear and 3 blade constant speed propeller, this flying machine can take you on your cross country missions cruising at 160+ mph. This well maintained and documented aircraft, maintained by a single mechanic for more than two decades, underwent an extensive annual on 9/1/2025 with a fresh AD research and compressions all in mid/high 70s. All ADs including the wing spar AD have been complied with. This is one of the most affordable complex cross country aircrafts with a great ramp presence. With a useful load of 911 lbs and luggage capacity of 200 lbs, the entire family can enjoy a long cross country trip.

Engine

Engine: Make/model: Lycoming IO-360-BIE Engine horse power: 180 HP Engine time: 1,943 (SFRM - factory remanufactured) Compressions: 77, 77, 78, 76 over 80 Propeller: Make/model: 3 Blade Hartzell HC-C3YR-1RF SPOH: 886

Propeller

Airframe Total Time: 6,205 All ADs including wing spar AD complied with

Interior

Exterior repainted and interior refurbished in 1996 Four-color paint scheme in very good condition Interior plush seats Light hail pinks on wings and fuselage

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

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Saji Viswambharan
trade-a-plane.com
$69,900

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Arrow

This 1968 Piper Arrow (N4637J) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 6,205 hours on the airframe. There are currently 209 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $32,680 to $429,460. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $69,900.

The Arrow cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,400 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10.5 GPH (40 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $58/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 6,205 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 6,205 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $158 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Arrow — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
135 kts (250 km/h)
Max Speed
144 kts (267 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
15,400 ft (4,694 m)
Max Weight
2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
Useful Load
940 lbs (426 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Capacity
72 gal (273 L)
Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH (40 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Arrow

Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH
~$68/hr
Variable Cost
$145/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Arrow. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N4637J.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Mckinney, TX

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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 N4637J against the NTSB accident database.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$129,900
Range: $106,250 — $154,652
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
-46%
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