1978 Piper Cherokee Six
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHAvionics 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 | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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David Duffer
trade-a-plane.com
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$245,000
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Santa Ana, CA | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active | |
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David Duffer
barnstormers.com
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$225,000
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Carlsbad, CA | Jun 09, 2026 | 38 days | Active |
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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.
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Piper Cherokee Six — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N3011K.
Location & Ownership
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
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.