1973 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 for sale

1973 Beechcraft Bonanza A36

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$195,000
Location Collegedale, TN
Total Time 5,450 hrs
Engine SMOH 2,070 hrs
Seats 6
Serial # E497
Reg # N3115W
Engine Continental IO-550B
Cruise 169 kts (313 km/h)
ICAO Type BE36
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH
Avidyne IFD 550 Avidyne IFD 440 Avidyne AMX 240 Audio Panel Avidyne AXP 340 Aspen EFD 1000 PFD uAvionix AV 30

Description

This is a classic 1973 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza, the definitive gold standard for high-performance, single-engine cross-country travel. This aircraft perfectly combines legendary Beechcraft build quality, stable handling, and unmatched cabin comfort. Powered by a robust 300-horsepower Continental IO-520 engine, it delivers dependable 160+ knot cruise speeds alongside excellent haul capacity. Complete with the highly desirable six-seat configuration and large aft double doors, it provides unparalleled flexibility for family trips or corporate travel. Always hangared and meticulously maintained with complete logbooks, this turn-key Bonanza is ready for its next owner's adventures. Contact for full times, avionics sheet, and logbook access. Additions made: - Recently replaced all interior leather - Tinted windows - New LED lighting system (Landing, Navigation, and Taxi lights) - New AV30 Instrument

Engine

- New Exterior LED lighting (Navigation, Landing, and Taxi Lights) - New Exhaust installed - New Brake System installed - New hose lines installed

Propeller

- AD Wingspar installed - Installed door seals - Thicker windshield installed

Interior

- New interior Leather - New window tint - Custom-built luggage compartment. (Removable)

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

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Marty Benson
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$195,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Beechcraft Bonanza A36

This 1973 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (N3115W) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 5,450 hours on the airframe. There are currently 124 Bonanza A36 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $189,900 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $195,000.

The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts (313 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,500 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14.5 GPH (55 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $80/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $195/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 5,450 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,700 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: 5,450 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,700 hrs)
Budget $218 for pre-purchase inspection

Beechcraft Bonanza A36 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
169 kts (313 km/h)
Max Speed
176 kts (326 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
18,500 ft (5,639 m)
Max Weight
3,650 lbs (1,656 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Capacity
74 gal (280 L)
Fuel Burn
14.5 GPH (55 L/h)
TBO
1,700 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BEECHCRAFT Bonanza A36

Fuel Burn
14.5 GPH
~$94/hr
Variable Cost
$195/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$22,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$35,000
every 1,700 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BEECHCRAFT Bonanza A36. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N3115W.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Collegedale, TN

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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 N3115W against the NTSB accident database.

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