1969 Piper Cherokee 140
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Appears to be original red vinyl and cloth. Mostly in fair condition but co-pilot seat stitching is ripped.
Description
Airframe Manufacturer: Piper Model Year: 1969 Aircraft Model: PA-28-140 Serial Number: 28-25472 Total Airframe Time: 3943.05 Tach Time: 2981.83 (tach replaced 1/26/80 6/4/04, Add 961.22 to = TT) Weight Balance Data Basic Empty Weight = 1,341.2 Max Seat Capacity = 4 Useful Load = 808.9 Gross Weight = 2,150 Empty Weight CG = 85.59 * (Refer to Wt. Balance Record, dated 7/29/16) Total Fuel Capacity: 50 Gallons Engine Type/Model: O-320-E2A Engine Serial Number: L-24777-27A Manufacturer: Lycoming Engine Total Time: 2856.55 Time SMOH: 663.55 HP: 160 (upgraded from 150 HP per STC SA2706SW / SE8987SW, dtd 8/24/07) TBO: 2000 Propeller Manufacturer: Sensenich Model: M74DM6-0-60 Propeller Serial Number: K2201 Time SMOH: 248.22 (O/H’ed 8/14/06) Avionics Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 340 (Incl intercom) GPS: King/Bendix KLN 89B Nav/Com: King/Bendix KX 165 Nav/Com: King/Bendix KX 155 Transponder: NARCO AT150 (No ADS-B) Auto-Pilot S-TEC System 20 (Coupled w/GPS) Additional Equipment Installed/Information Complete Log Books 160 HP STC Upgrade PowerFlow Exhaust STC (+30% climb rate, fuel burn decrease) All Wheel Pants to be installed Window Shades Inspection Status Date Last Annual: Currently in Work Exterior Updated paint scheme in 2004 but in poor (sun-baked/oxidized) condition. Interior Appears to be original red vinyl and cloth. Mostly in fair condition but co-pilot seat stitching is ripped.
Engine
Type/Model: O-320-E2A Engine Serial Number: L-24777-27A Manufacturer: Lycoming Engine Total Time: 2856.55 Time SMOH: 663.55 HP: 160 (upgraded from 150 HP per STC SA2706SW / SE8987SW, dtd 8/24/07) TBO: 2000 Propeller Manufacturer: Sensenich Model: M74DM6-0-60 Propeller Serial Number: K2201 Time SMOH: 248.22 (O/H’ed 8/14/06) Avionics Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 340 (Incl intercom) GPS: King/Bendix KLN 89B Nav/Com: King/Bendix KX 165 Nav/Com: King/Bendix KX 155 Transponder: NARCO AT150 (No ADS-B) Auto-Pilot S-TEC System 20 (Coupled w/GPS) Additional Equipment Installed/Information Complete Log Books 160 HP STC Upgrade PowerFlow Exhaust STC (+30% climb rate, fuel burn decrease) All Wheel Pants to be installed Window Shades Inspection Status Date Last Annual: Currently in Work Exterior Updated paint scheme in 2004 but in poor (sun-baked/oxidized) condition. Interior Appears to be original red vinyl and cloth. Mostly in fair condition but co-pilot seat stitching is ripped.
Interior
Appears to be original red vinyl and cloth. Mostly in fair condition but co-pilot seat stitching is ripped.
Exterior
Updated paint scheme in 2004 but in poor (sun-baked/oxidized) condition. Interior Appears to be original red vinyl and cloth. Mostly in fair condition but co-pilot seat stitching is ripped.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Amy Buehler
avpay.aero
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$53,900
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CA | Apr 05, 2026 | 107 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 140
This 1969 Piper Cherokee 140 is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,943 hours on the airframe. There are currently 128 Cherokee 140 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $150,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $53,900.
The Cherokee 140 cruises at 115 kts (213 km/h) with a range of 455 nm (843 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,350 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. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $120/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $16,000. With 3,943 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.
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Piper Cherokee 140 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $60,000–$95,000.
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