1973 Beechcraft Sundowner for sale

1973 Beechcraft Sundowner

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$75,000
Location Inverness, FL
Total Time 2,603 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,903 hrs
Seats 4
Reg # N2124W
Engine Lycoming IO-360-A1B6
Cruise 125 kts (232 km/h)
ICAO Type BE23
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

(classic analog panel – reliable and easy to maintain)

Description

For Sale: 1973 Beechcraft C23 Sundowner Fresh annual, low-time airframe, hangared since new – turn-key classic ready for its next owner! This well-maintained 1973 Beechcraft C23 Sundowner is a spacious four-seat, low-wing aircraft known for its solid Beechcraft build quality, smooth handling, excellent stability, and comfortable cabin. With fixed tricycle gear and a wide, roomy interior, it’s ideal for cross-country travel, family flying, advanced training, or simply enjoying reliable piston performance with good useful load and visibility. Key Specifications and Times (as of January 2026): Model: Beechcraft C23 Sundowner (1973) Total Time Airframe: 2603 hours (low-time airframe) Engine Time: 1903 hours Maintenance Highlights: Fresh Annual Inspection completed (recent – current and ready to fly) Deep dive maintenance completed Always hangared since new (protected and well cared for) Standard six-pack avionics (classic analog panel – reliable and easy to maintain) Cockpit and Interior Views: This Sundowner is in excellent condition with low total time, meticulous care, and a fresh annual. No known damage history. Hangared its entire life and professionally maintained. Turn-key and ready to fly – a fantastic, solid classic with great bones and plenty of life left! Price: $75,000.00– Serious inquiries only. Location: Inverness, FL (KINF) Contact: / for more details, additional photos, logs, or to schedule a viewing.

Inspection

Fresh Annual Inspection completed (recent - current

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Right Rudder Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
$75,000
Right Rudder Aviation
rightrudderaviation.com
$59,900
$75,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Beechcraft Sundowner

This 1973 Beechcraft Sundowner (N2124W) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,603 hours on the airframe. There are currently 26 Sundowner aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $37,979 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $75,000.

The Sundowner cruises at 125 kts (232 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,600 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. With 2,603 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: 2,603 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
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Beechcraft Sundowner — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
125 kts (232 km/h)
Range
600 nm (1,111 km)
Ceiling
12,600 ft (3,840 m)
Max Weight
2,450 lbs (1,111 kg)
Useful Load
900 lbs (408 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Burn
10 GPH (38 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BEECHCRAFT Sundowner

Fuel Burn
10.0 GPH
~$65/hr

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N2124W.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Inverness, 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.

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Price History

2 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, rightrudderaviation.com

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