1973 Piper Cherokee 140 for sale

1973 Piper Cherokee 140

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$60,000Overpriced
Total Time 7,405 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,083 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 28-7325341
Cruise 115 kts (213 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

TT: 7,404.5, Engine SMOH: 1,083 Lycoming O-320-E2D (150 HP) serial number L-36156-27AC overhauled by Pro Aero in Aug, 2021, SPOH: 1,083 Sensenich 74DM6-0-57 S/N: K32504, Overhauled by Western prop in Aug 2021, Bendix King KX165 Nav/ Com, Bendix King KT76C transponder, PS engineering PM1000II intercom, ACK 406 ELT, Sun visers, 4 Place intercom, Engine oil change is on 50 hours interval, Last 100 Hours insp. performed on 23 Aug 2024 at 7344.8.

Engine

Lycoming O-320-E2D, O-320-E2D

Propeller

Sensenich 74DM6-0-57

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

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Source Price Action
Canadian Aircraft Sales
globalair.com
$60,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Cherokee 140

This 1973 Piper Cherokee 140 is a 4-seat single engine piston with 7,405 hours on the airframe. There are currently 107 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 $60,000.

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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/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 7,405 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: 7,405 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $135 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Cherokee 140 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
115 kts (213 km/h)
Max Speed
126 kts (233 km/h)
Range
455 nm (843 km)
Ceiling
14,350 ft (4,374 m)
Max Weight
2,150 lbs (975 kg)
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel Capacity
50 gal (189 L)
Fuel Burn
9 GPH (34 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Cherokee 140

Fuel Burn
9.0 GPH
~$58/hr
Variable Cost
$120/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$16,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$28,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Cherokee 140. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for this aircraft.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$60,000
Range: $60,000 — $60,000
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
Fair Price

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