1970 Piper Cherokee Six for sale

1970 Piper Cherokee Six

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$289,000Overpriced
Location St. Petersburg, FL
Total Time 3,000 hrs
Engine SMOH 875 hrs
Seats 7
Serial # 32-1289
Reg # N4849S
Cruise 145 kts (269 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

Garmin G3X Touch 10.6 in GI 275 GNS 530W Electronics International CGR 30 P C GFC 500 3 Axis Strike Finder Electronics International Clock Electronics International Map

RPM Gauge GMA 345 Strautus Transponder

Description

This aircraft offers 3,000 hours total time and is highlighted by a fully modernized panel completed in 2025, with a clean, ergonomic layout and excellent visibility. The cockpit is anchored by a Garmin G3X Touch 10.6" display paired with a GI 275 backup, GNS 530W WAAS GPS, GFC 500 3-axis autopilot, GMA 345 with Stratus transponder, and a full suite of Electronics International CGR-30P C engine monitoring, delivering outstanding IFR capability and situational awareness. Power is provided by an engine with 875 hours SMOH (3,000 SNEW), matched to a Hartzell HC-C2YK-1GF propeller with 200 hours SMOH (3,000 SNEW). The aircraft presents well with 7/10 paint and an 8/10 interior, and recent upgrades include a new LED beacon (2025), new brake lines, and new leading-edge tape. The aircraft has no major accident or damage history, all ADs complied with, and the most recent annual inspection was completed April 11, 2025, making this a turnkey, well-equipped aircraft ready for immediate use.

Engine

Engine SMOH: 875hrs Engine SNEW: 3,000hrs Prop SMOH: 200hrs Prob SNEW: 3,000hrs Prop type: Hartzell HC-C2YK-1GF

Interior

8/10

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

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Mack Aero
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$289,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Cherokee Six

This 1970 Piper Cherokee Six (N4849S) is a 7-seat single engine piston with 3,000 hours on the airframe. There are currently 48 Cherokee Six aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $79,000 to $495,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $289,000.

The Cherokee Six cruises at 145 kts (269 km/h) with a range of 800 nm (1,482 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,250 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $77/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $150/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 3,000 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: 3,000 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $210 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Cherokee Six — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
7
Cruise Speed
145 kts (269 km/h)
Max Speed
153 kts (283 km/h)
Range
800 nm (1,482 km)
Ceiling
16,250 ft (4,953 m)
Max Weight
3,400 lbs (1,542 kg)
Useful Load
1,510 lbs (685 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Capacity
84 gal (318 L)
Fuel Burn
14 GPH (53 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Cherokee Six

Fuel Burn
14.0 GPH
~$91/hr
Variable Cost
$150/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$20,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$32,000
every 2,000 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N4849S.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

St. Petersburg, FL

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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 N4849S against the NTSB accident database.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$188,450
Range: $156,875 — $232,975
Confidence: 70%
vs. Market
+53%
Above Market

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