1978 Piper Cherokee Six for sale

1978 Piper Cherokee Six

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$245,000within typical asking range
Location Santa Ana, CA
Total Time 6,970 hrs
Engine SMOH 2,129 hrs
Seats 7
Serial # 32-7940023
Reg # N3011K
Cruise 145 kts (269 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH

Avionics Specifications: Garmin GNS 530 GPS/VOR/ILS/NAV/COM with WAAS Garmin G5 attitude indicator/PFD Garmin G5 DG/HSI Garmin GFC500 w/ Elevator Pitch Trim PS Engineering PMA-450 Bluetooth Audio Panel JP Instrument EDM 900 Garmin GTX 327 Adsb Out Garmin GTR 225 Com Pilot Windshield OAT Gauge

Description

Price Reduced 6/3/26! N3011K is a highly upgraded turn key PA32-300 ready for a new owner. Year: 1978 Model: PA32-300 Aircraft Total Time: 6970 Aircraft Serial Number: 32-7940023 Engine Manufacturer: Lycoming Engines Engine Model: IO-540-K1A5 Propeller Manufacturer: Hartzell Propeller Blade Count: 2 Last Annual Date: 11/2025, due 11/2026 Last Transponder Certification: 11/2024, due 11/2026 Last Altimeter Certification: 11/2025, due 11/2026 Last Elt Inspection: 11/2025, due 11/2026 AD s complied with Aircraft Basic Empty Weight: 2106 Lbs Aircraft Useful Load: 1294 Lbs

Engine

Engine: Lycoming Engines IO-540-K1A5 TSMOH: 2129 Propeller: Hartzell 2 Blade TSPOH: 829

Interior

Restored by the previous owner with leather seats and new carpet, along with interior panels. The leather seats are a light grey which do not get hot in the direct sunlight and are incredibly comfortable. The large headrests make cross country flights relaxing. Interior quality/condition is a 6/10.

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
David Duffer
trade-a-plane.com
$245,000
David Duffer
barnstormers.com
$225,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Cherokee Six

This 1978 Piper Cherokee Six (N3011K) is a 7-seat single engine piston with 6,970 hours on the airframe. There are currently 49 Cherokee Six aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $74,309 to $495,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $245,000.

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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/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 6,970 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: 6,970 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
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 N3011K.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Santa Ana, CA

Seller reported 846 more aircraft in California →

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 N3011K against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

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

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $209,000–$248,000.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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